Global Director of Health & Safety Services

As a Global Director of Health & Safety Services at Linesight, you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams nurturing a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement. We will empower, support, and enable you to take real responsibility in your role. You will play a critical role in safeguarding the well-being of our employees, clients, contractors, and communities while upholding our commitment to operational excellence and sustainability. 

This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive health & safety strategies across all Insight’s projects worldwide. We require a professional with a deep understanding of construction safety protocols, regulation, and best practices, coupled with the ability to drive a culture of safety excellence throughout the organisation.

In this role will provide:

Strategic Leadership:

• Continue the development and execution of a global health & safety strategy tailored to the services provided by Linesight, aligning with organisational objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Provide strategic guidance and leadership to regional health & safety teams, ensuring consistency and adherence to global standards.
• Provide strategic guidance to management to minimise business risk associated with existing or new health & safety services.

Policy Development and Implementation:

• Design and implement robust health & safety policies, procedures, and programs specific to Linesight services, considering the diverse nature of projects and regional regulations.
• Continuously review and update policies to reflect emerging risks, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.

Risk Assessment and Management:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive risk assessment program across project sites, identifying potential non-compliance actions, hazards and implementing effective control measures to mitigate risks.
• Establish protocols for incident reporting, investigation, and corrective action, promoting a proactive approach to risk management.

Compliance and Regulatory Affairs:

• Stay abreast of global health & safety regulations, codes, and standards relevant to the construction sector, ensuring full compliance across all operations.
• Interface with regulatory agencies, industry bodies, and external stakeholders to influence policy development and advocate for safer work environments.

Training and Education:

• Develop and deliver tailored training programs for project personnel at all levels, emphasising safety awareness, hazard recognition, and the proper use of protective equipment.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement, empowering employees to actively participate in safety initiatives and contribute to a safe work environment.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

• Establish KPI’s and metrics to track the effectiveness of health & safety initiatives, benchmarking performance against industry standards and internal targets.
• Prepare regular reports and presentations for executive leadership, highlighting trends, accomplishments, and areas for improvement.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communications:

• Cultivate strong relationships with internal stakeholders, project teams, clients and contractors to foster collaboration and promote a shared commitment to safety excellence.

We would love to hear from you if you have:​

• A bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Professional certifications in health & safety (e.g., CSP, CIH CSCS, NEBOSH, other).
• A proven track record of extensive experience in a managerial role as health & safety manager within the construction industry (preferably with DC’s, high tech., or life sciences).
• In-depth knowledge of global health & safety regulations, standards, and best practices applicable to construction operations.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and influence teams at all levels of the organisation.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage diverse stakeholders and drive consensus.
• An analytical mindset with a keen attention to detail and the ability to leverage data and metrics to drive informed decision-making.
• Experience in crisis management, incident investigation, and emergency response planning.
• The capacity and flexibility to travel internationally as required.