Country Health Safety Wellbeing Manager

DescriptionArcadis is the worlds leading company delivering sustainable design engineering and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.We are more than 36000 people in over 70 countries dedicated toimproving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds together we can solve the worlds most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.Role description:As the Health Safety Wellbeing (HSW) Manager for Arcadis UK&I you will lead the development and implementation of a positive health safety and wellbeing culture across the UK&I business. This role is pivotal in ensuring that all HSW initiatives are fully aligned with the Arcadis global HSW strategy policies and vision while tailoring them to meet the specific needs of the UK&I region. You will be responsible for the continuous improvement of the Health Safety Wellbeing Management System ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and driving strategic initiatives that enhance health safety and wellbeing and physical security across all UK&I operations.Role accountabilities:The UK&I Health Safety Wellbeing (HSW) Manager reports to the Europe and UK&I Regional HSW Director with a dotted line into the UK Country Director. The UK Country Director holds the statutory duty to ensure suitable arrangements are in place for occupational health safety and wellbeing and discharges the day-to-day duties to the UK&I Health Safety Wellbeing Manager who together with their teams are responsible for providing competent advice assurance and support to enable the business to fulfill their statutory health safety and wellbeing duties. Flexibility in working hours is required to support global collaboration. The role will manage a team and collaborate closely with UK Board of Directors Country Leadership Quality and Environmental. While the role does not hold direct accountability for environment and quality they will act as the UK Board reporting line for these areas providing oversight and strategic input. This role will oversee physical and people security in alignment with global protocols.Strategy Leadership & CultureDevelop and execute the UK&I HSW strategy ensuring consistent implementation and alignment with global Arcadis direction and UK&I leadership prioritiesChampion a culture of personal accountability zero incidents (TRACK to 0) and proactive safety stewardship (If Not Me Then Who)Inspire leadership and staff engagement in HSW across all levels of the UK&I businessBe a visible and credible thought leader on health safety and wellbeing representing Arcadis both internally and externallyHSW Programs & EngagementLead the design implementation and communication of HSW programs across UK&I operations aligned with global Arcadis HSW directionDeliver global and local HSW communication and engagement strategies including staff forums toolbox talks pulse surveys and feedback loopsPromote awareness and understanding of HSW across the business.Compliance & Risk ManagementEnsure compliance with ISO 45001 ISO 45003 and all relevant UK&I legislation and standards through audits and legal register evaluationsOversee the risk assessment process to proactively identify evaluate and mitigate workplace hazardsOversee contractor and supply chain HSW management processes aligned with Arcadis and client standardsLead incident investigation and escalation processes ensuring timely reporting to authorities and internal stakeholdersManage crisis management business continuity and emergency response planning in country.Performance Monitoring & ReportingMonitor HSW performance using digital platforms and data analytics; provide insights and recommendations to leadershipReview data and metrics to identify trends corrective actions and areas for improvementProvide quarterly reports to the UK Board and attend UK Board meetings as required Physical & People SecurityAct as Silver Command for physical and personnel security incident escalation and responseOversee the team responsible for implementing physical and people security measuresEnsure compliance with vetting protocols Read On/Read Off and external accreditations (IPSA FSC)Maintain security clearance to NSV-SC level with no caveatsWorks with the Global Infosec team to support physical and personnel security aspects of secure project delivery to meet client expectations.Stakeholder CollaborationCollaborate with HR Property FM Procurement and other functions to align cross-functional processes impacting HSW (induction stress management pregnancy etc.)Engage with clients and external stakeholders representing Arcadis UK&I in HSW matters audits certifications and client meetingsParticipate in industry forums consultancy networks and client-supported events to reinforce Arcadiss People First culture.Continuous Improvement & LearningProvide expert input into Learning & Development initiatives related to health safety and wellbeingInfluence and support business leaders in continuous improvement and stewardship of the HSW programContribute to global HSW team initiatives to improve safety culture and awareness across Arcadis.Inclusion Wellbeing & Social ValueChampion inclusive HSW practices addressing the diverse needs of UK&I employeesLead wellbeing risk management aligned to ISO 45003 collaborating with HR and global teamsMentor and sponsor staff support community and social initiatives and integrate sustainability and social value into all HSW activities.Team LeadershipManage and motivate direct reports (including HSW and Security teams) to meet team goals and objectivesPromote staff engagement professional development and HSW stewardship throughout the organization.Quality & EnvironmentAct as the UK&I reporting line for Quality and Environment matters providing oversight and reporting without direct accountability.Qualifications & Experience:Key Qualifications and Professional CertificationsBachelors degree in occupational health & safety Environmental Science Engineering or related disciplinePostgraduate qualification in Occupational Health Safety Risk Management or similar (desirable)NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and SafetyChartered Membership of IOSHRegistered member of IIRSM (desirable).Key CompetenciesSignificant experience (8+years) in a professional HSW role with a minimum of 5 years in leadership preferably in large complex multi-site organizationsProven track record of managing HSW teams and delivering strategies at a national or regional levelExperience with ISO 45001 implementation maintenance and certification processesExperience with ISO 45003 implementation (desirable)Demonstrable experience in incident investigation risk management and regulatory compliance in the UK&IExperience liaising with UK&I regulatory authorities (e.g. HSE) and managing statutory obligationsIn depth CDM knowledgeIn-depth knowledge of UK&I HSW legislation (Health and Safety at Work Act Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations etc.)Familiarity with security protocols relevant to physical and people security (e.g. vetting Read On/Read Off NSV-SC clearance)Competence in HSW management systems data analytics and digital reporting toolsStrategic thinker with ability to align local and global objectivesExcellent communication and influencing skills at all organizational levels including BoardExperience managing and developing multidisciplinary teamsStrong stakeholder engagement skills (internal and external/clients)Ability and willingness to travel nationally as requiredDemonstrated commitment to inclusion diversity and wellbeing in the workplace Ability to adapt and apply HSW strategies in diverse business and cultural contextsChange leadership: Capable of creating stability and security during uncertainty managing ambiguity and proactively addressing and preventing change fatigueChange management: Track record of introducing and embedding new business models driving standardization automation and continuous improvementAbility to adapt and apply HSW strategies in diverse business and cultural contextsBuilds and maintains trust through transparency reliability and ethical leadership.Other requirementsEligibility for Security Clearance to at least NSV-SC (Security Check) level with no caveatsFull UK driving licenseRight to work in the UK&I.Be curiousDemonstrate and develop curiosity in oneself and others bringing clients and Arcadians on a journey of discovery and co-creationHave a global strategic and future thinking mindsetThey are digitally-savvy entrepreneurial and innovativeBuild organizational networks that are value-adding engaging and purposefulIncorporate a human-centric experimentation-led and continuous learning mindset to lead innovation and transformationActively engage with diverse points of view and manage healthy issues-based conflict.Drive successCreate a sense of shared ownership and accountability balancing this with decisiveness and holding others to account for deliveryTake ownership for own responsibility creating clarity and motivating and aligning othersInternalize organizational goals making them ones own personal stretch goalsAre outcomes focused and tackling challenges head-onDemonstrate commercial acumen in general and specifically with regards to sustainable solutionsActively shapes the future of the organization.Ignite passionPersonally role models have their own commitment to improving quality of life and putting sustainability at the coreApply an adaptive style to engagement that is culturally sensitive and appeals to the personal needs of othersBring clarity and manage anxiety in others through clear communication and inspiring storytellingIntegrate their work helping others make the connection between their work and the bigger pictureMaintain personal resilience and rebound from setbacks and help others to do the sameBuild trust through authenticity demonstrating integrity and courage regarding own.Why ArcadisWe can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyones contribution matters. Its why we are pioneering a skills-based approach where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.Youll do meaningful work and no matter what role youll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark on your career your colleagues your clients your life and the world around you.Together we can create a lasting legacy.Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.Our Commitment to Equality Diversity Inclusion & BelongingWe want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We believe that by working together diverse people with different experiences develop the most innovative ideas. Equality diversity and inclusion is at the heart of how we improve quality of life and we work closely with our people across six ED&I Workstreams: Age Disability Faith Gender LGBT and Race. A diverse and skilled workforce is essential to our success. Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Anti Money Laundering,Food Service,AED,Beauty And Fashion,Accomodation,HTML Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1