Biogas SHEQ Manager in Etwall

Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering with a renewable energy provider with a commitment to professional development and sustainability, to recruit a SHEQ Manager for its site in Derby with 1 day office work in Peterborough.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a standardised Safety Management System across multiple operational sites.
• Monitor HSE performance, analyse trends and drive continuous improvement through Safety Improvement Plans.
• Conduct risk assessments, site inspections and incident investigations, identifying root causes and sharing lessons learned.
• Act as an ambassador for health, safety, environment and quality across the business.
• Lead environmental compliance activities and ensure adherence to permit requirements and regulatory expectations.
• Maintain and improve Environmental Management Systems and support PAS 110 accreditation.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Lead, motivate and develop site-based operational teams to strengthen SHEQ capability and performance.
• Support SHEQ training plans, inductions, competency assessments and performance monitoring.
• Build strong relationships with regulators and external stakeholders including the HSE and Environment Agency.
• Manage ISO systems, quality standards and environmental initiatives such as waste reduction.
• Support plant productivity, process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and report SHEQ KPIs, audit findings and compliance performance to senior management.
• Support budget management, procurement and SHEQ-related cost control initiatives.

Professional Qualifications

• Experience within an anaerobic digestion plant or similar industrial/process environment.
• 3-5 years’ experience in SHEQ management within operational, manufacturing or construction environments.
• Strong knowledge of environmental permitting and regulatory compliance.
• WAMITAB or Certificate of Technical Competence (COTC).
• NEBOSH qualification or equivalent health and safety certification.
• Strong understanding of PUWER, LOLER, COSHH and DSEAR regulations.
• Experience managing contractors, RAMS, permit to work systems and compliance processes.
• Proven experience managing HSE across multiple operational sites.
• Strong problem-solving, coaching and incident investigation capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Personal Skills

• Proactive, organised and safety focused.
• Strong communicator with leadership and analytical skills.
• Comfortable working independently and making informed decisions.
• Able to balance hands‑on operational involvement with managerial responsibilities.
• Collaborative and capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Committed to sustainability and continuous improvement.

Salary and Benefits

£55,000 – £65,000 per annum depending on experience. Private medical and healthcare benefits. PPE and training provided. 40 hours per week. 1 day working from home. Minimum 1 office day per week based at PE26FT. Permanent, full‑time opportunity within a growing renewable energy business.

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