Purpose of the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a SHEQ Manager to join our teams supporting the Cheshire West and Chester contract within the Asset & Maintenance business unit. As a key member of the Safety, Health, Environment and Wellbeing (SHE) team, you will provide leadership, support and expert advice to management and employees across Colas Ltd. The role is focused on ensuring compliance with legislation, company and group policies, while driving continuous improvement in SHE performance. Based in Chester, CH2 4EX, the position requires regular travel to operational sites to support the A&MS workstream.
Main Responsibilities
- Play an active role in supporting the business through regular engagement with managers, clients, partners and operational teams, contributing to meetings and providing practical SHEQ guidance.
- Offer emergency response advice, conduct site inspections and engage in face‑to‑face safety conversations to reinforce a strong safety culture.
- Monitor and review SHEQ data, including event reporting and investigations, identifying trends and influencing improvements.
- Carry out internal audits against ISO standards and National Highway Sector Schemes, supporting operational teams in completing their own inspections and ensuring corrective actions are effectively implemented.
- Promote best practice across the organisation and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of integrated management system documentation, including policies and procedures.
- Support the delivery of SHEQ campaigns and training initiatives, attend One Colas Safety meetings, and work closely with business leads to embed SHE principles across the workstream.
- Undertake any additional duties as required by the Associate Director – SHEQ.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in highways, utilities or building construction, supported by at least an HNC or equivalent qualification, and a solid understanding of safety, health and environmental practices within the highways or construction sector.
- Hold a NEBOSH General Certificate and either Chartered Membership of IOSH or Practitioner Membership of IEMA.
- Have a minimum of five years’ experience in SHE management, including audit and compliance functions, demonstrating a clear understanding of management systems such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001 and National Highway Sector Schemes.
- Strong communication skills to engage a wide range of stakeholders and influence positive behavioural and cultural change across the business.
- Hold a UK driving licence.
Package Description
- A salary between £55,000 and £65,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications) PLUS Company car / car allowance.
- 40 hour working week.
- Colas Pension Scheme with combined contributions of up to 10 %.
- Life Assurance Scheme of 4× basic salary.
- 25 days annual leave per year + public holidays.
- Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme.
- Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role).
- Family‑Friendly Benefits, including enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Opportunities to study towards a fully funded professional qualification.
- Ongoing personal / professional development.
- Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and more through the employee benefits portal.
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