Health and Safety Technical Director

Health and Safety Technical Director

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Location: Hybrid/Office based in Cardiff
Salary: £85,000-£92,000 DoE + excellent benefits
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Benefits:
25 Days Annual Leave (Pro-Rata for Part-time/Fixed-Term Roles)
Additional Holiday Purchase
Hybrid Working
Performance-Related Bonus
Life Assurance & Vitality Private Healthcare
Subsidised Gym Memberships & Cycle to Work Scheme
Discount Vouchers & Access to Wellbeing Resources
Why Join Us
We're seeking an exceptional Technical Director a visionary leader who can shape the future of HSE learning, assessment, and consultancy.
This is more than oversight you will set technical standards, guide world-leading programmes, and influence thousands of professionals globally. If you thrive on excellence, enjoy influencing accreditation bodies, and want to lead high-performing technical teams, this is your chance to make a tangible industry impact.
Main Purpose of the Role
This role is the cornerstone of technical strategy and our global reputation.
As Technical Director, you will:
Define and safeguard the quality, compliance, and integrity of all learning products, consultancy services, and assessments.
Ensure programmes meet or exceed standards set by NEBOSH, IOSH, IEMA, and other awarding/regulatory bodies.
Drive innovation, set the technical vision, and lead specialist teams across the lifecycle of programme design, delivery, and assessment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead technical strategy aligned with industry standards, regulatory updates, and awarding-body requirements.
Serve as the senior authority for NEBOSH, IOSH, and IEMA programmes.
Oversee the quality of all learning content, assessments, marking guides, and digital materials.
Build and maintain strong relationships with regulatory and awarding bodies (NEBOSH, IOSH, IEMA, BOHS).
Respond to HSE, ISO 45001, and wider industry changes.
Ensure internal QA processes meet accreditation standards.
Provide expert leadership to technical, consultancy, and quality teams.
Guide innovation in course development, CPD creation, and digital-first learning.
Represent the organisation at industry forums, qualification review boards, and professional networks.
Oversee high-value client projects and complex escalations.
Manage internal and external audits (NEBOSH, ISO 9001/45001, EQA).
Track industry trends, emerging risks, and legislative changes.
Mentor tutors, assessors, and technical specialists.
Drive commercial value through resource planning and quality-focused cost control.
Lead budget planning and contribute to wider strategic goals.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Commerciality with client-focused solutions
HSE leadership experience (NEBOSH-accredited training centres or consultancy)
In-depth knowledge of NEBOSH Diploma syllabi, marking criteria, and assessment methods
Familiarity with IOSH, ISEP, BOHS, and other awarding frameworks
Expertise in global HSE legislation, risk management, accident investigation, and safety management systems
Experience managing technical, consultancy, or quality teams
Proven delivery of high-stakes assessments and accredited programmes
Ability to interpret and apply standards (ISO 45001, ISO 9001)
Chartered status (CMIOSH, CEnv, FIIRSM, etc.)
Desirable:
Experience as NEBOSH examiner, IOSH reviewer, or EQA auditor
Experience leading digital transformation in HSE learning/assessment
Engaging with senior clients across high-risk industries (construction, oil & gas, manufacturing, transport)
About Us
We are a leading provider of Health, Safety, and Environmental training and consultancy. xwzovoh
Our mission: Empower organisations and individuals worldwide to create safer, smarter, and more sustainable workplaces.