SHEQ Manager (Health and Safety)

We're Hiring: SHEQ Manager | Based in York | Heritage Sector 🚨 Location: York, North Yorkshire
Sector: Heritage / Conservation / Historic Environment
Position: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Start Date: ASAP

A Unique Opportunity in the Heritage Sector An established and respected organisation working across the UK’s heritage and conservation sector is looking for a skilled and proactive SHEQ Manager. The work involves the repair, restoration, and preservation of historic buildings and monuments, with projects ranging from churches and listed civic buildings to ancient landmarks and heritage estates.
This is an exciting opportunity for a SHEQ professional to apply their expertise in a highly specialised environment — where safety, compliance, and quality must go hand-in-hand with respect for historic fabric and traditional materials.
The Role The SHEQ Manager will lead and develop the organisation’s Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality strategy across all projects and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and maintain SHEQ management systems aligned with ISO standards (e.g., ISO 45001, 14001, 9001)
Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments across multiple live sites
Support site teams and specialist contractors to ensure safe, high-quality delivery within heritage-sensitive contexts
Deliver training, toolbox talks, and compliance briefings
Investigate incidents and support continuous improvement
Stay current with health & safety legislation and best practices relevant to heritage and constructionWhat’s Required
Proven experience in a SHEQ role, ideally within construction or heritage environments
Relevant NEBOSH or IOSH qualifications
Knowledge of CDM regulations and environmental compliance
Excellent communication and leadership skills
A practical understanding of the complexities of working with listed buildings and protected sitesWhat’s Offered
The opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most significant heritage projects
A professional environment with a focus on integrity, craftsmanship, and sustainability
Based in York, with work on prestigious sites across the UK
Competitive salary and benefits package
A chance to make a lasting impact in a sector that protects and preserves national heritage

If you're ready to bring your SHEQ expertise to a role that makes a lasting difference, we'd love to hear from you