Background
A leading private equity-backed compliance group operating multiple high‑risk testing and inspection businesses required urgent interim EHS leadership. Despite rapid growth, inconsistent standards across recently acquired companies created an immediate need for consistent safety foundations.
The Challenge
Despite hazardous operations and a growing workforce, the group lacked essential governance and consistent incident reporting. Rapid acquisitions added complexity, and leadership urgently needed clarity on risks, high‑risk mitigation, and a scalable framework before appointing a permanent Group Head of Health and Safety.
The Solution
We placed a senior interim EHS leader who immediately delivered stability and structure by:
Completing group‑wide site visits and detailed gap analyses
Applying urgent risk‑reduction actions and governance foundations
Building scalable reporting, cultural and integration frameworks
The Results
Clear Risk Insight: Comprehensive assessments created reliable visibility of group‑wide maturity, variability, and priority risks.
Consistent Reporting: Standardised processes improved incident, hazard and near‑miss data accuracy across all operating companies.
Acquisition‑Ready: A scalable governance and reporting framework strengthened alignment and simplified future integrations.
Why us?
Our Contract and Interim team specialises in placing HSE professionals into complex, high-risk environments. Their tailored approach ensures clients receive the right expertise, at the right time, with the flexibility to adapt to changing project needs.
To discuss how we can support your health and safety requirements, contact Tom Hewat – Senior Consultant.
tom.hewat@irwinandcolton.com| 01923 432 637