Case Study: CBRE - QHSE Divisional Director

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Case Study: CBRE - QHSE Divisional Director

Posted on 06 May 2026

​​Our Client

CBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services and investment, operating across more than 100 countries. Known for its innovation, scale and client-first approach, CBRE delivers integrated property solutions across sectors including retail, logistics, and corporate environments.

The Background

CBRE required a QHSE Divisional Director to lead safety strategy across its UK business. The role demanded strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to drive continuous improvement across a complex, multi-site property portfolio.

Our Approach

Using our recruitment expertise, we delivered an efficient, targeted and high-quality solution.

  1. Delivering a tailored recruitment campaign with full market coverage

  2. Assessing candidates against technical and behavioural competencies

  3. Providing a shortlist with detailed candidate and interview insights

The Outcome

We placed a Chartered Health and Safety Director with extensive experience in property, FM and infrastructure. The appointment has enhanced strategic delivery and embedded a proactive, data-led safety culture across the division by delivering.

Performance Transformation: Delivered policies and systems that elevated safety to best-in-class.

Cultural Leadership: Embedded behavioural safety and led national teams through strategic change.

Risk Management: Strengthened compliance and assurance through targeted audits and proactive incident response

Why Us?

At Irwin and Colton, permanent recruitment is about more than filling roles; it’s about finding professionals who drive performance and align with your culture.

Our service is efficient, targeted and built on deep sector expertise. Whether you're hiring for a single role or building out a team, we bring clarity, confidence, and results.

For support, please contact us.​​​

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