Head of SHEQ

OH Sourcing Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in London is seeking a SHEQ Manager to oversee safety, health, environment, and quality procedures. This role requires strong leadership skills and a degree in a relevant field, with responsibilities including ensuring compliance with SHEQ standards and leading audits. The ideal candidate will have experience in the construction industry and a NEBOSH Diploma.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Health care benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in SHEQ compliance, enforcement, and leadership.
• Demonstrable experience in the construction industry within a SHEQ-focused role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, implementation, and maintenance of SHEQ procedures.
• Ensure environmental plans are developed and implemented for projects.
• Lead and manage the Health and Safety team; ensure audits are conducted.

Skills

Chartered Membership of IOSH (or working towards)

Strong knowledge of current health, safety, and environmental legislation

Proven ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels

Experience managing SHEQ functions for a main contractor

Education

Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Management, or a related field

NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma (or equivalent)

Job description

The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in the construction industry within a similar SHEQ-focused role. They will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of procedures and systems relating to Safety, Health, Environment, Quality, and Training.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Environmental

• Ensure environmental plans are developed and implemented for each project.

• Maintain up-to-date records and documentation from waste removal suppliers.

• Manage and update systems to maintain ISO 14001 accreditation.

• Verify the correct documentation from waste contractors to support Site Waste Management Plans (SWMP).

• Supervise the Environmental team to ensure regular site visits and audits are conducted.

• Conduct biannual audits of waste management contractors.

• Ensure all new projects have appropriate SWMP and environmental documentation in place.

Quality

• Maintain and update systems for ISO 9001 accreditation.

• Lead and coordinate documentation and participation for ISO audits.

• Ensure quality audits are conducted on all live projects.

Training

• Maintain up-to-date training records for all employees.

• Ensure compliance of site management teams with required training standards.

• Support subcontractor training plans where applicable.

• Oversee internal training needs across the organization.

Health & Safety

• Chair Safety and Environmental Committee Meetings; ensure minutes are recorded and distributed.

• Develop and review SHEQ management documentation and audit implementation.

• Provide expert technical guidance to senior leadership on SHEQ matters.

• Set, prioritize, and review company-wide SHEQ objectives to support CSR and sustainability goals.

• Collaborate with site and project teams to ensure legal compliance via risk assessments and safe systems of work.

• Investigate all incidents, near misses, and accidents thoroughly, ensuring root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.

• Lead and manage the Health and Safety team; ensure audits are conducted and actions closed.

• Take ownership of policy and compliance related to Higher Risk Buildings (HRB) regulations.

• Maintain relevant accreditations including CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, British Safety Council, and ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001.

• Provide SHEQ support to the bid/tender team.

• Chair regular H&S committee and senior operations meetings.

• Deliver monthly SHEQ performance reports to senior leadership.

• Promote and lead best practices in SHEQ across the organization.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

• Chartered Membership of IOSH (or working towards).

• Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Management, or a related field; or equivalent qualifications.

• NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma (or equivalent) required.

• Strong knowledge of current health, safety, and environmental legislation.

• Experience in SHEQ compliance, enforcement, and leadership.

• Proven ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels.

• Experience managing SHEQ functions for a main contractor across varied project types.

Benefits Package

• Competitive salary

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Additional leave with length of service

• Option to purchase additional leave days

• Cycle to work scheme

• Health care benefits (e.g., cash plan)

• 1 paid volunteering day per year

• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme