Environment, Health and Safety Manager

An established infrastructure and utilities contractor is seeking an experienced SHEQ Manager to support the delivery of a long-term framework across Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business with a strong reputation for delivering essential infrastructure and construction projects safely, efficiently and to a high standard. Working closely with senior leadership and operational teams, you will play a key role in driving Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) performance across a diverse portfolio of projects. The successful candidate will lead SHEQ initiatives, support continuous improvement programmes, and help maintain a positive culture across multiple sites and operational teams. Key Responsibilities

• Lead SHEQ performance across a portfolio of infrastructure, utilities and construction projects.
• Provide support and guidance to operational management teams and SHEQ personnel.
• Drive continual improvement across Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality management systems.
• Undertake audits, inspections, investigations and compliance reviews.
• Monitor performance against company procedures, client requirements and industry standards.
• Produce SHEQ reports, trend analysis and performance data for senior management.
• Support risk assessment, contractor management and operational planning activities.
• Promote a proactive and positive SHEQ culture throughout the business.
• Mentor and develop SHEQ Advisors and wider project teams.
• Support compliance with ISO standards and industry best practice. Requirements
• Chartered SHEQ or Health & Safety professional (CMIOSH preferred).
• NEBOSH Diploma, NVQ Level 6 or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience within Health & Safety, HSE, SHEQ, HSQE, HSEQ or QHSE management roles.
• Previous experience operating within utilities, infrastructure, construction, civil engineering, power, water, energy or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, risk assessment, auditing and compliance management systems.
• Experience supporting multiple sites, projects or operational contracts.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing and developing teams. Desirable
• Experience within regulated utility, infrastructure or construction environments.
• Previous involvement in long-term framework or maintenance contracts.
• Background working on large-scale civil engineering, infrastructure or utility projects.
• Experience supporting environmental management and quality management initiatives.