Position: Graduate Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Officer
Location: Caerphilly
Reports To: SHEQ Manager
Department: Compliance / SHEQ
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
About Firerite (UK) Ltd
Firerite is passionate about life safety and is a leading provider of fire safety solutions, dedicated to protecting people, property, and the environment. We deliver expert services across fire detection, fire alarm systems, extinguishers, and risk assessments, all in line with national fire safety standards.
We are accredited to ISO 9001 and are currently working towards achieving ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management). We are also certified under key BAFE schemes, including SP101, SP203-1, and SP205, demonstrating our commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Role Summary
As a Graduate SHEQ Officer, you will support the development, implementation, and continual improvement of Firerite’s SHEQ management systems. You will help ensure compliance with legal, industry, and client requirements, while promoting a strong culture of safety, quality, and environmental responsibility.
This is an ideal role for a recent graduate seeking to develop a career in SHEQ within a dynamic and accredited fire safety organisation who are passionate about life safety.
Key Responsibilities
* Participate in the development and maintenance of Firerite’s Integrated Management System (IMS) aligned to ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001.
* Assist with the implementation and monitoring of the company’s SHEQ policies, procedures, and systems.
* Carry out site inspections and audits across various locations to ensure compliant SHEQ working practices.
* Support the completion and review of risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and COSHH assessments.
* Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, and support the implementation of corrective actions.
* Support the management of occupational health surveillance programmes to support workforce wellbeing and compliance.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date health and safety records and documentation.
* Assist in the delivery of health and safety inductions and toolbox talks.
* Monitor contractor and employee compliance with internal and external SHEQ standards.
* Support the management of PPE, equipment checks, and safety-related training.
* Collaborate with teams across Firerite to embed a proactive SHEQ culture.
* Keep up to date with changes in health and safety legislation and best practices.
Requirements:
* IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate (or working towards).
* Strong interest in SHEQ and compliance in technical or operational environments.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Detail-oriented with good organisational and time management abilities.
* Willingness to learn and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites as required.
* Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, or BAFE schemes.
* Working knowledge of process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma, including root cause analysis and continuous improvement techniques.
* Previous experience in a SHEQ-related placement or internship.
* Knowledge of UK health, safety, and environmental legislation.
* Membership or working towards membership with IOSH, IEMA, CQI or similar professional bodies.
Unit 14 Roundabout Court Bedwas House Ind Est Caerphilly CF83 8FS
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