Job Description
SHEQ Manager
Location: Leeds (Head Office) | Travel Required | Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive salary + package
Are you an experienced SHEQ professional looking to take ownership of health, safety, environmental and quality standards across a diverse construction portfolio?
Our client, a well-established and growing construction business based in Leeds, is seeking a SHEQ Manager to lead and develop best‑in‑class safety, environmental and quality practices across their operations.
About the Company
Our client delivers high‑quality construction projects across a wide range of commercial sectors, including:
- Leisure
- Office developments
- Care facilities
- Residential schemes
- Retail projects
With a strong reputation for delivering safely, on time and to specification, they are now looking to further strengthen their SHEQ function as part of their continued growth.
The Role
Reporting into the senior leadership team, you will take full responsibility for the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the company’s SHEQ strategy across multiple sites nationwide. This is a hands‑on, operational role where you will work closely with site and project teams to ensure compliance, drive standards and foster a positive safety culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the company’s Safety, Health, Environmental & Quality (SHEQ) function.
- Develop, implement and review SHEQ policies, procedures and systems.
- Ensure full compliance with UK legislation and industry regulations.
- Conduct site audits, inspections and risk assessments across active projects.
- Investigate incidents, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Deliver training, toolbox talks and awareness programmes.
- Drive continuous improvement and embed a positive safety‑first culture.
- Manage external accreditations (e.g. ISO standards, CHAS, Constructionline).
- Liaise with clients, subcontractors and regulatory bodies.
About You
- Proven experience in a SHEQ Manager / HSEQ Manager / Health & Safety Manager role within construction.
- Strong knowledge of UK construction safety legislation and best practice.
- Experience working across multi‑site, fast‑paced project environments.
- NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) – essential.
- ISO management systems experience (9001, 14001, 45001).
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Proactive, confident and able to influence at all levels.
- Full UK driving licence (travel required).
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary (DOE).
- Company car or car allowance.
- Bonus scheme.
- Pension contribution.
- Opportunity to shape and lead SHEQ strategy within a growing business.
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