SHEQ Manager
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SHEQ Manager
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a SHEQ Manager to lead and manage the Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality function across all [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Operations. The role ensures compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards, while promoting a proactive culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence, with necessary and relevant TSV and RTG Group interaction where required.
Purpose of the Role
To lead and manage the SHEQ function across all [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Operations. The role ensures compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards, while promoting a proactive culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain SHEQ policies, procedures, and systems in line with ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001).
- Lead internal and external audits, ensuring readiness for accreditation and compliance inspections.
- Responsibility within [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] for the areas of Quality, H&S, enviro/ sustainability, IT, Facilities and Transport Compliance.
- Provide proactive expert advice and support to operational teams on all SHEQ matters.
- Conduct risk assessments and ensure appropriate control measures are in place.
- Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
- Co-ordinate SHEQ training, audit, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns.
- Monitor and report on SHEQ performance metrics, trends, and KPIs.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies (HSE, Environment Agency, etc.) and represent the company during inspections.
- Promote a culture of safety and quality through engagement, leadership, and continuous improvement.
- Set priorities, SLAs and workload planning for the IT Technical Co-ordinator.
- Oversee endpoint/security hygiene and coordinate with Group IT.
- Align service continuity with business needs.
- Ensure licence and asset compliance.
- Support local project delivery.
- Work with all departments on projects.
People Management Responsibilities
- Set clear personal and Team objectives, review objectives and provide feedback.
- Work alongside HR to manage people processes.
- Coach and develop the SHEQ Team.
- Motivate the team to encourage positive behaviours.
- Encourage and exhibit behaviours that support business values.
- Effective succession and resilience planning.
Critical Skills Required
- Proactive and self-motivated with a hands-on approach.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments and levels.
- Committed to driving a zero-incident culture.
Critical Knowledge Required
- Strong knowledge of UK SHEQ legislation and ISO management systems, particularly 14001, 9001, 45001.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant SHEQ management software.
Qualifications and Experience
- NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent).
- Proven experience in a SHEQ leadership role ideally within engineering, manufacturing, or automotive sectors.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and influencing skills.
Desirable
- Lead Auditor qualification (ISO 9001/14001/45001).
- Environmental or Quality-specific certifications.
- Experienced with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for 4-day week).
- Enhanced Pension Scheme and DIS Benefit (5% company contribution, 3x basic salary Death In Service).
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Health Shield Medical Cash Plan.
- GP Anytime service.
- Training and Development opportunities.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Occupational Health Support.
- My Benefits Platform with discounts.
- Independent Free Mortgage Advice.
Location
Elland - Halifax with travel between sites: Nottingham, Gloucester, Glasgow and Ireland.