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About Steve Howells Cfiosh Miwfm
Steve Howells is the Group Health and Safety, Security and Environment Director at Entain, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in health and safety management across various sectors, including aviation and child protection.
Work at Entain
Steve Howells has served as the Group Health and Safety, Security and Environment Director at Entain since 2017. In this role, he oversees a large team of 140 individuals through three direct reports. He is responsible for generating and implementing technical and operational standards for Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) and Risk, as well as emergency planning and business continuity. Howells reports directly to the CEO and designs strategies for Risk, HSSE, and Well-being across Retail, Stadia, and International Operations. He has developed a group-wide strategy to manage HSSE, Well-Being, and Risk Management at the company.
Previous Experience
Before joining Entain, Steve Howells held several significant positions in health and safety management. He was the Risk, Health, Safety and Environment Director at Gatwick Airport from 2016 to 2017. Prior to that, he served as the Director of HSSE at Thames Tideway Tunnel for one year and as Head of HSE and Risk at Heathrow Airports Ltd for two years. Additionally, he worked at DB Cargo (UK) Limited as Director of Safety and Risk for a brief period and at RM plc as Group Risk Manager for two years.
Education and Expertise
Steve Howells has a strong educational background in health and safety management. He studied Environmental Health and Safety Management at the University of Greenwich, where he achieved a Master of Science (MSc) from 2008 to 2010. He has also studied at various institutions, including NEBOSH, enhancing his expertise in risk management and safety practices. His professional qualifications include membership in IOSH, where he previously served as Chair of the Aviation and Aerospace Group.
Leadership and Initiatives
In his leadership role at Entain, Steve Howells has demonstrated his ability to steer teams effectively. He conceived, designed, and launched a mentor program aimed at engaging and educating senior professionals on HSSE and Risk Management across 14 countries. His initiatives focus on enhancing operational standards and fostering a culture of safety and well-being within the organization.
Board and Trustee Roles
Steve Howells has contributed to various organizations beyond his corporate roles. He served as a Board Trustee for Embrace Child Victims of Crime from 2017 to 2019. This position allowed him to apply his expertise in risk management and safety to support the organization's mission.