SHEQ Manager

Hays Construction and Property

We are working with an established Main contractor with a focus on London (& Home Counties). Projects range from £25m – £150M including Residential/PBSA/Hotels from RC Frame new build to Cut&Carve/Refurb.You will be an HSEQ Manager leading and continuously improving Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality performance covering a range of construction projects.Reporting at a senior level, you will provide strategic leadership, technical expertise, and operational assurance, ensuring SHEQ standards are embedded across the business while supporting commercial and project delivery objectives.
You will:

Own SHEQ compliance across multiple sites; lead IMS (ISO 45001/14001/9001) and maintain audit readiness.
Conduct site inspections, audits and risk assessments; track KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
Lead incident investigations (RCA) and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs).
Deliver inductions, toolbox talks and targeted training; run safety campaigns and behavioural programmes.
Optimise digital SHEQ platforms for real time reporting and data accuracy.
Review/approve complex RAMS; act as Appointed Person (Lifting) to assure safe operations.
Engage with HSE and local authorities; chair SHEQ/safety/contract reviews with clients and stakeholders.
Provide SHEQ expertise for pre construction, bids and tenders on multi million pound schemes.
You will have/be:

NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent).
IOSH membership (TechIOSH/GradIOSH/CMIOSH).
Proven experience in senior HSEQ/SHEQ leadership in construction.
Strong working knowledge of UK H&S legislation and ISO 45001/14001/9001 frameworks.
The evidenced ability to lead audits, investigations and cultural change initiatives.
A confident communicator with excellent influencing skills-credible at every level from site to boardroom and with regulators.

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