Functional Safety Department Head

Company Description

SGS provide the world’s most comprehensive range of integrated inspection, testing, certification, and advisory services, powered by the latest technology and digital tools. Our global network of experts supports our customers by helping them to meet increasingly complex regulations and standards.

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Retailer Discounts
• Access to electric vehicle leasing scheme (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay.
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives

Job Description

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Department Head with expertise in Functional Safety to join our dynamic team.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for leading the technical delivery of Functional Safety related services, assisting Operation Management to drive the business performance to maximize revenue and profit whilst maintaining high standards of quality, safety and staff well being. 
• In conjunction with the UK C&P Management Team where appropriate, identify and develop business opportunities, and maintain a mature customer portfolio, whilst developing new business relationships. 
• Develop and implement functional safety concepts and strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that safety requirements are adequately addressed throughout the development process.
• Provide technical leadership in functional safety to support project teams.
• Conduct regular safety audits and assessments.
• Manage and mitigate risks associated with functional safety services.
• Provide training and mentorship to team members on functional safety concepts and practices.

Qualifications

Essential

• First degree or equivalent – e.g. BA (Hons), BSc(Hons), etc
• Able to adopt a flexible approach to work and react effectively to a rapidly changing environment.
• Effective people management techniques.
• A working knowledge of H&S and quality systems.
• Experience of leading and/or influencing sizeable teams of people.
• Expert knowledge of Functional Safety product certification

Desirable

• Working knowledge of contract and employment law.
• Previous exposure to the functional safety services as part of a TIC company.
• Good track record of developing new business and maintaining effective customer relationships.
• Relevant management qualification/training 

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

APPLY NOW for full consideration, you can be sure that your application will be treated confidentially and impartially, and you will always receive an update within 10 business days.

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