HSEQ Manager

My client has works on high profile engineering projects across the UK and they require an experienced HSEQ Manager to join their business on a permanent basis working in a remote, home based role, taking on visits to sites in the North of England and Scotland as and when required.

My client has worked on engineering projects for the last 20 + years and they have an established team in place working from their head office in the North of England.

Due to continued growth, they seek an experienced HSEQ manager who is keen to work for an established engineering company in the Utilities sector.

The purpose of the QHSE Manager is to advise, guide and manage site functions on all aspects of health, safety, environmental and quality issues, as well as ensuring Site compliance

You will also ensure that the site operates safely and effectively in line with current policies and procedures and to ensure the ongoing effectiveness and suitability of these management systems

Role & Responsibilities:

• To ensure compliance and with all ISO, RISQS and Achilles qualifications including audit trail. To provide continued improvement and recommendations the site management team / H&S Director.
• Conduct SHEQ site audits
• To ensure the company is up to date and in line with current legislations SHEQ contractual obligations.
• To take a lead in identifying any risks or noncompliance and develop actions to minimise these risks.
• To work alongside operations on high risk complex projects.
• To review, update and implement SHEQ policies, procedures and COSHH register. To also ensure all staff are adhering to HSEQ policies and processes.
• Deliver in-house SHEQ Training, recruitment Induction, client inductions, preparing TBTs and ensuring their completion in a timely manner.
• Deliver a training programme for new starters
• Provide support to operations with expert advice to enable them prepare Method Statements and Risk Assessments
• Contribute to continual improvement
• To conduct ISO 9001 / 45001 and 14001 audits on a regular basis as well as depot and internal compliance audits
• To ensure operations are compliant with site and staff audits as per monthly targets.
• To maintain the SHEQ management system and ensure actions are followed up with the relevant manager.
• Take part in conducting sub-contractor audits and questionnaires on an annual basis.
• Help Manage business SHEQ training matrix including evaluating business training needs, coordinating training, planning refresher training.
• Recording and investigation of incidents, accident and near miss recording and investigation. Work alongside the relevant manger with actions and improvements. Including following up any safety observations with staff.
• Develop personal competence and liaise with external bodies and organisation to keep up to date with best practice
• Prepare monthly reports for Directors Board Meeting and attend management meetings to present findings/trends/improvements
• To chair a quarterly SHEQ forum and manage any actions from this meeting.
• To attend client meetings and represent company in a SHEQ capacity.
• To assist in completing any SHEQ related questions for tenders

Essential Competencies:

• NEBOSH General or Construction Cert minimum
• Internal Auditor
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar working environment i.e. utilities or National Grid industry as a SHEQ advisor or manager
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001
• Good knowledge and application of Health and Safety in in the utilities sector / National Grid
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Good computer literacy
• Excellent presentation skills
• High personal standard showing drive and efficiency in SHEQ

The salary will be dependent on the individuals’ level of experience and is not set in stone.

Starting salary - £55 – 65,000 plus a very robust benefits package which gets reviewed. 

The company offers excellent opportunities including 33 days, annual reviews, healthcare, pension, childcare vouchers and a host of more benefits.

The company encourages promotion for candidates that are enthusiastic and competent.

If you would like to hear more details, please send your CV or please ring Simon Bedlow on the number provided.

Keywords: HSEQ Manager // Nebosh // HSE // Utilities // Health & Safety // Hybrid