Divisional QHSE Director - Data Centre Solutions, UK
Cbre
Global leader in commercial real estate services, offering a wide range of services to clients.
Lead QHSE strategy for UK data centre division, ensuring safety, quality and compliance.
10 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
London, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
115,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
Description
qhse strategy
performance monitoring
audit management
risk management
stakeholder liaison
training strategy
Identify, develop, and ensure adoption of the Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental strategy for the Divisional Business in line with the ‘Group’ Quality, Health, Safety and Environment strategy, policy and process.
Best Value analysis of QHSE resource support provision.
Support the achievement of good industry practice, business competitiveness, and the development of a learning organisation.
Monitor, analyse and review ‘whole Division’ QHSE performance and trends, identify appropriate initiatives and differentiators to ensure continual Divisional QHSE performance improvement; driving consistency in all associated Business Units to support growth.
Ensure the achievement of agreed Divisional functional standards and service level agreements.
Compile appropriate performance reports for the Division and maintain performance monitoring, analysis and review against established metrics and standards to drive improvements.
Fulfil those duties incumbent on the appointed competent person (as statutorily referenced) for the Divisional business in relation to Health Safety and Environmental management.
Support appropriate and effective business communication through leadership, advice, reviews, and direct contribution to meetings, briefings, consultation forums, correspondence, publicity, monthly and ad-hoc reporting and other publications, as necessary and appropriate.
Manage the Divisional QHSE resource requirements.
Ensure an annual schedule is maintained of appropriate and necessary internal and supplier audits.
Monitoring / Analysis of management system performance.
Direct and manage the implementation of the Divisional Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental strategy to ensure a safe, healthy and environmentally compliant working environment whilst furthering best practice standards within the Division and the supply chain.
Ensure collaborative ‘working partnerships’ and peer to peer relationships are established within the customer base and primary supply chain to facilitate the achievement of objectives, whilst promoting best working practice and consistently high standards within the whole team.
Manage the Divisional relationship with externally sourced QHSE resource as required.
Direct, lead and support the development of initiatives and best practice activities in all areas of QHSE management, and promote and maintain the behaviours and values of CBRE.
As the appointed competent person for health and safety ensure the role responsibilities are fulfilled.
Establish and develop collaborative relationships with ‘operational’ functions to facilitate a holistic approach to risk identification and reduction within the division.
Development and implementation of policy and process.
Liaise with the MD, Divisional BU leaders and Customers to ensure expectations are understood and delivered, as far as is reasonable enabling suitable management of risk exposures.
Support in the delivery to ensure standards of QHSE competence to be achieved and maintained.
Maintain the necessary relationships with third parties specifically including Enforcement agencies and audit bodies to reduce risk and continually improve QHSE performance.
Direct and manage the team to ensure delivery of QHSE management system audits designed to maintain compliance with both Divisional and Group policy and strategy.
Support the health, safety and environmental aspects of the new business winning process through solutions development, participation in presentations and consultation meetings, bid and contract generation and review through to support during mobilisation and resourcing activities on contracts.
Including the long term forecasting and planning for both policy and resource requirements.
Develop, implement, manage and review the Divisional QHSE business plan and objectives in line with the ‘Group’ strategic QHSE plan.
Direct the team in the development of appropriate Champions objectives designed to promote and improve QHSE.
Lead the development and maintenance of the Divisional QHSE training strategy.
Ensure QHSE ‘Champions’ are established throughout the Business.
Lead and facilitate necessary dialogue to ensure appropriate specialist QHSE resource requirements are established at all times.
Requirements
engineering
risk management
occupational health
iosh specialist
qhse
environmental auditing
Formal qualifications in areas of ‘engineering’ i.e. electrical or electronics and or FM.
Practical experience must include Risk Management strategy development and implementation.
A good post-graduate level education, with a formal qualification in both occupational health and safety management and environmental management.
Membership of the IIRSM or IOSH at ‘Specialist’ level or higher.
Positively articulate QH
Incumbents must demonstrate a career showing continuous personal development in the related field of QHSE.
Specialist and strategic higher managerial experience in Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management.
Significant and relevant post qualification experience.
Formal management qualifications in environmental or safety management system auditing.
A practical and demonstrable knowledge of liaising with enforcement agency / insurers.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Founded 1906
Year Established
Operates as the world’s largest commercial real estate services firm with a long-standing history.
100+ Countries
Global Presence
Maintains a strong presence across continents, offering market-leading research and analytics.
Specializes in property leasing, investment management, and advisory services across global markets.
Serves a diverse client base ranging from major corporations and institutions to small businesses and individual investors.
Handles a wide array of projects, including office buildings, mixed-use developments, retail centers, and industrial parks.
Known for its innovative use of technology and data to drive real estate decisions.
Operates across various sectors, with significant expertise in healthcare, retail, and logistics.
Involved in landmark deals, such as multi-billion dollar real estate transactions and major urban redevelopment projects.
Culture + Values
Respect – We act with consideration for others’ ideas and share information openly to inspire trust and encourage collaboration.
Integrity – No one individual, no one deal, no one client, is bigger than our commitment to our company and what we stand for.
Service – We approach our clients’ challenges with enthusiasm and diligence, building long‑term relationships by connecting the right people, capital and opportunities.
Excellence – We focus relentlessly on creating winning outcomes for our clients, employees and shareholders.
Environment + Sustainability
97% from Properties
Emission Sources
Ninety-seven percent of emissions stem from managing and developing properties for clients.
50% Reduction
Scope 1 and 2 Emissions
Aiming to cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030.
100% Renewable
Corporate Energy
Switching to 100% renewable energy by 2025 and 100% electric vehicles by 2035.
68% Cut
Corporate Emissions
Recognized by Forbes as a U.S. Net-Zero Leader with significant emission reductions.
Committed to Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040.
Targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligned with limiting warming to 1.5 °C.
Inclusion & Diversity
26,000 members
EBRG Membership
The company supports a culture of belonging and respect through 26,000 employees across 22 Employee Business Resource Groups (EBRGs).
Maintain zero tolerance for discrimination in any form; insist on a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.
Foster a culture where every employee feels they belong, are heard and valued—creating a more engaged and productive workforce.
Aspire to be diverse across all dimensions to build stronger teams and better outcomes through varied perspectives, backgrounds and life experiences.