Head of Environment and Safety Centre

About the role

The Head of Environment and Safety Centre will lead the NAD Group’s Engineering function to deliver outstanding safety, environmental, quality and engineering outcomes. This senior position reports to the National Armaments Director and acts as the MoD Engineering Authority.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for safety, environment, quality and engineering across the NAD Group.
• Lead the Engineering Authority, defining cross‑government strategies, standards and capabilities.
• Act as the MOD’s National Quality Assurance Authority under NATO STANAG 4107, setting quality policy and overseeing field‑force activities.
• Influence industry partners, NATO members, regulators and MoD Head Office to foster collaboration.
• Advise the Senior Leadership Group on compliance, risk and delivery as a subject‑matter expert.
• Maintain the Unified Safety and Environmental Management System (SEMS) in line with regulatory requirements.
• Champion continuous improvement in Health, Safety & Environmental Protection.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in defence, engineering or related sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to influence at senior government and industry levels.
• Strong understanding of MoD, NATO and UK regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills.

Required skills

• STANAG 4107 compliance knowledge
• Quality Assurance systems
• Safety Management Systems (SMS)
• Environmental Management Systems (EMS)

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape national defence safety and environmental standards.
• Leadership role within a high‑impact government organisation.
• Collaborative environment with senior stakeholders across the MoD and NATO.