Head of EHS – UK & Europe

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the UK & Europe EHS strategy, policies, management systems, and governance framework in line with applicable legislation, industry standards, and company objectives. 
• Provide strategic EHS leadership and advice to senior management, supporting business decisions, operational planning, and risk management. 
• Coordinate EHS activities during project execution and service 
• Review customer EHS requirements during tendering and commercial negotiations and ensure appropriate EHS obligations are incorporated into project execution plans. 
• Establish and maintain effective management systems for identifying, assessing, managing, mitigating  and monitoring EHS risks during project execution . These systems should cover not only  activities and employees of Trina but also contractors, cross-border work teams and any other third-party service providers.
• Develop and maintain a consistent regional emergency response and management system. Lead incident management, investigations and corrective actions.
• Establish and oversee EHS assurance programs, including audits, inspections, compliance reviews, performance reporting, and management reviews. 
• Drive a strong safety culture through leadership engagement, training, coaching, communication, and continuous improvement initiatives. 
• Maintain relationships with regulators, clients, certification bodies, industry organi z ations, and other external stakeholders on EHS matters. 
• Lead and coordinate regional EHS resources, including internal personnel, external consultants, and specialist service providers. 
• Support the implementation of corporate ESG and sustainable development strategies.
• Provide regular EHS performance reporting and strategic recommendations to executive leadership. 

Requirements

• Degree or professional qualification in Environment, Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related discipline. 
• Significant EHS leadership experience within energy storage, renewable energy, construction, utilities, infrastructure, or other high-risk industries. 
• Strong knowledge of UK and European EHS legislation and management systems (including ISO 45001). 
• Proven experience developing EHS strategy, governance frameworks, and organi z ational capability. 
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead EHS performance across multiple countries and complex projects. 
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.