Description
SHEQ Manager
£45,000 - £50,000
Reports to: Contracts Director
Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire
Role Overview
A senior-level opportunity has arisen for an experienced SHEQ professional to lead the Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality agenda within a dynamic and fast-paced specialist contracting business operating across the UK and internationally. This role sits at the heart of the organisation’s compliance assurance and continuous improvement functions and includes oversight of HR-related processes to support a small but diverse workforce.
The company delivers a broad range of technical surface preparation and protection services in sectors such as infrastructure, aviation, retail, transport and high-performance environments.
With a growing national presence and a reputation for technical excellence, the SHEQ Manager will ensure that all legal obligations and industry standards are consistently met or exceeded.
Key Objectives
- Ensure organisational compliance with all relevant SHEQ legislation standards and procedures.
- Drive a culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement across all areas of operation.
- Maintain and improve systems aligned with key ISO standards and sector accreditations.
- Provide strategic and operational support across HR functions, including training and employee engagement.
Key Responsibilities
SHEQ Strategy & Compliance
- Lead the management and continuous development of the Integrated Management System aligned to ISO 9001 14001 and 45001.
- Act as lead auditor for internal audits and coordinate external audits/accreditations with third parties.
- Maintain and update SHEQ policies and procedures in line with evolving business and legal requirements.
- Investigate incidents and near-misses producing detailed reports with corrective and preventative recommendations.
Operations & Risk Management
- Coordinate SHEQ meetings safety communications and toolbox talks across the business.
- Monitor the procurement and management of PPE ensuring compliance and value for money.
- Support operational staff with vetting and security clearance processes where required.
Certifications & Supplier Assurance
- Ensure the business retains all required accreditations memberships and audit readiness.
- Complete and submit high-quality PQQs and SHEQ assessments for clients and contractors.
- Maintain an approved supply chain database ensuring all subcontractors meet compliance criteria.
HR and Training Support
- Provide practical HR support to directors and managers ensuring adherence to employment legislation.
- Coordinate induction performance management and appraisal processes.
- Maintain digital HR systems and liaise with external consultants where necessary.
- Oversee the training matrix and ensure renewals and mandatory training are up to date.
Additional Duties
- Act as the company’s Data Protection Compliance Officer and Hospitality Compliance Officer.
- Support with occasional marketing business development and client presentation tasks.
- Represent the organisation professionally upholding a strong external reputation and internal culture.
- Undertake other duties as required by the Board or Managing Director in line with the role.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
- Proven experience in a senior SHEQ role within construction infrastructure or industrial services
- Internal or lead auditor qualification for ISO standards
- Working knowledge of HR principles and systems
- CSCS card holder
Desirable (or willing to work towards):
- NEBOSH Certificate in Construction Health & Safety
- SMSTS or equivalent
- SEATS or equivalent qualification
Skills & Personal Attributes
- Strong leadership and influencing abilities at all levels
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organised with the ability to manage diverse tasks simultaneously
- Resilient proactive and solutions-focused
- Commercially astute with a pragmatic approach to compliance
- Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting
- Confident working both independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Comfortable navigating complex operational environments
