<div><p>Astutes Renewables Team is partnering with a renewable energy provider with a commitment to professional development and sustainability, to recruit a SHEQ Manager for its site in Derby with 1 day office work in Peterborough.</p><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Develop and implement a standardised Safety Management System across multiple operational sites.</li><li>Monitor HSE performance, analyse trends and drive continuous improvement through Safety Improvement Plans.</li><li>Conduct risk assessments, site inspections and incident investigations, identifying root causes and sharing lessons learned.</li><li>Act as an ambassador for health, safety, environment and quality across the business.</li><li>Lead environmental compliance activities and ensure adherence to permit requirements and regulatory expectations.</li><li>Maintain and improve Environmental Management Systems and support PAS 110 accreditation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.</li><li>Lead, motivate and develop site-based operational teams to strengthen SHEQ capability and performance.</li><li>Support SHEQ training plans, inductions, competency assessments and performance monitoring.</li><li>Build strong relationships with regulators and external stakeholders including the HSE and Environment Agency.</li><li>Manage ISO systems, quality standards and environmental initiatives such as waste reduction.</li><li>Support plant productivity, process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Monitor and report SHEQ KPIs, audit findings and compliance performance to senior management.</li><li>Support budget management, procurement and SHEQ-related cost control initiatives.</li></ul><h3>Professional Qualifications</h3><ul><li>Experience within an anaerobic digestion plant or similar industrial/process environment.</li><li>3-5 years experience in SHEQ management within operational, manufacturing or construction environments.</li><li>Strong knowledge of environmental permitting and regulatory compliance.</li><li>WAMITAB or Certificate of Technical Competence (COTC).</li><li>NEBOSH qualification or equivalent health and safety certification.</li><li>Strong understanding of PUWER, LOLER, COSHH and DSEAR regulations.</li><li>Experience managing contractors, RAMS, permit to work systems and compliance processes.</li><li>Proven experience managing HSE across multiple operational sites.</li><li>Strong problem-solving, coaching and incident investigation capabilities.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul><h3>Personal Skills</h3><ul><li>Proactive, organised and safety focused.</li><li>Strong communicator with leadership and analytical skills.</li><li>Comfortable working independently and making informed decisions.</li><li>Able to balance hands‑on operational involvement with managerial responsibilities.</li><li>Collaborative and capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Committed to sustainability and continuous improvement.</li></ul><h3>Salary and Benefits</h3><p>£55,000 - £65,000 per annum depending on experience. Private medical and healthcare benefits. PPE and training provided. 40 hours per week. 1 day working from home. Minimum 1 office day per week based at PE26FT. Permanent, full‑time opportunity within a growing renewable energy business.</p><p>Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of , , gender, , creed or and comply with all relevant UK legislation.</p></div>