Job Description
Health and safety manager
Chelmsford
£60k - £75k + Benefits
Hybrid working
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Health and safety manager (SHEQ) to lead our SHEQ function across multiple business units and nationwide operations. This is a senior leadership position responsible for driving a positive health, safety, environmental and quality culture, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, and maintaining key ISO accreditations.
You will provide strategic SHEQ direction, operational leadership, and expert advice to directors, managers, and site teams — ensuring the highest standards of performance, risk management, and governance are achieved across all projects and activities.
Key Responsibilities
1. Act as the Responsible Person for all SHEQ matters, providing strategic direction and leadership across all business units.
2. Lead a company-wide SHEQ transformation programme, embedding a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
3. Manage and maintain certification to ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001 standards.
4. Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with all statutory and corporate requirements.
5. Deliver SHEQ performance reports, KPI analysis, and Board updates to the seni...