Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive and experienced SHE Manager to lead and implement best practices across our projects and operations. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with current health, safety, and environmental legislation, industry standards, and approved codes of practice. You will work closely with the project teams to create and maintain safe systems of work, support strategic planning, and drive continuous improvement in SHE performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement SHE best practices across the partnership.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation and company policies.
- Work proactively with the project to maintain safe systems of work and a safe environment for colleagues and customers.
- Lead, advise, and support management teams, champions, and employees on SHE action and improvement plans.
- Support the development and delivery of the business unit SHEQ strategic plan, including review and reporting.
- Compile and analyse SHE data to identify trends and recommend actions.
- Deliver training sessions for managers and frontline employees; ensure external training meets objectives.
- Coordinate and maintain positive relationships with regulatory bodies and stakeholders (HSE, Local Authorities, EA, SEPA, Trade Unions).
- Advise on current and emerging SHE legislation and develop action plans for compliance.
- Assist managers with risk assessments, accident reporting, COSHH compliance, and incident investigations.
- Conduct audits to evaluate SHE systems and implement improvements.
- Share best practices locally, regionally, and across the partnership.
- Maintain professional development in SHE legislation and industry standards.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- General NEBOSH Certificate.
- CMIOSH or NVQ Level 4.
- Appropriate CSCS card.
- Extensive knowledge of current safety legislation and its application in construction or civil engineering environments.
- Strong understanding of SHE best practices and management strategies.
- Excellent organisational, planning, and time management skills.
- Ability to motivate teams and influence senior stakeholders.
- Strong negotiation and diplomacy skills.
- Sound knowledge of the construction industry and ability to ensure standards/specifications are met.
Desirable Skills & Qualifications
- NEBOSH Diploma.
- NEBOSH Fire Prevention and Risk Management Certificate.
- NEBOSH Construction
- Environmental Management Systems Qualification.
- General Management qualification.
- HNC or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
- Auditor qualification, either at Lead or internal level.