Health & Safety Manager (Gas Division)

JSM Group; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a SHEQ Manager to lead safety, health, environment, and quality initiatives within their Gas division. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with industry standards and fostering a proactive safety culture. The ideal candidate will bring over three years of leadership experience in SHEQ, particularly in the utilities or engineering sector, with a strong grasp of gas distribution requirements. Join a team dedicated to continuous improvement and excellence in service delivery, where your expertise will directly impact the safety and quality of operations.

Benefits

28 days of holiday

2 paid volunteering days a year

Health cash-plan

Discount and cashback scheme

Discounted Gym Scheme

Long Service Award

Retail Discount Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• 3+ years in SHEQ leadership within utilities or engineering.
• Strong technical understanding of Gas industry SHEQ requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead SHEQ initiatives and manage compliance across Gas division.
• Conduct audits and support SHEQ plans and improvement projects.

Skills

SHEQ Leadership

Gas Industry Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

NEBOSH Diploma or Level 6/7 SHEQ qualification

Chartered IOSH Membership

Tools

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

NRSWA

HSG47

Job description

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• 28 days of holiday (in addition to bank holidays)
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Health cash-plan
• Discount and cashback scheme
• Discounted Gym Scheme
• Long Service Award
• Retail Discount Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

THE TEAM

At JSM Group, we take pride in delivering high-quality utility services while ensuring Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) remain at the heart of our operations. We are looking for a SHEQ Manager - Gas to lead SHEQ initiatives across our Gas division, ensuring compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement across all projects.

SCOPE OF ROLE

As the SHEQ Manager - Gas, you will act as the primary point of contact for all SHEQ-related matters across the Gas division. You will work closely with operational teams, contractors, clients, and regulators, ensuring all activities comply with legislation and best practices. This role involves leading a growing SHEQ team, conducting audits, implementing SHEQ strategies, and driving a strong safety culture across JSM Group’s Gas projects.

HOW YOU'LL SUCCEED

1. Leading and managing SHEQ initiatives within the Gas division
2. Providing expert SHEQ advice to employees, contractors, and clients
3. Ensuring compliance with industry standards, including ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001
4. Overseeing accident and incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and preventative actions are implemented
5. Conducting regular audits and inspections to monitor SHEQ performance
6. Supporting the development and implementation of SHEQ plans and strategic improvement projects
7. Encouraging proactive safety reporting of near misses, hazards, and observations
8. Working closely with operational teams to ensure SHEQ documentation is accurate and up to date
9. Championing SHEQ culture by setting an example in leadership and behaviour

WHAT IT TAKES

1. 3+ years’ experience in a SHEQ leadership role within the utilities or engineering sector. Gas distribution experience is key.
2. Strong technical understanding of Gas industry SHEQ requirements (Cadent, SGN, etc.)
3. Extensive knowledge of NRSWA, HSG47, ISO 14001 & 45001
4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data
5. Excellent communication skills and confidence in engaging stakeholders at all levels
6. Proven experience in leading SHEQ improvement projects
7. Self-motivated leader, able to inspire change and drive continuous improvement

Essential Qualifications:

1. Degree in a relevant discipline
2. NEBOSH Diploma or Level 6/7 SHEQ qualification
3. Chartered IOSH Membership
4. ISO Lead Auditor (desirable)
5. Lean or Six Sigma qualification (desirable)

Equal Opportunity Statement
JSM Group Services Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our ethos is to respect and value people’s differences, to help everyone achieve more at work as well as in their personal lives so that they feel proud of the part they play in our success. We believe that all decisions about people at work should be based on the individual’s abilities, skills, performance and behaviour and our business requirements. JSM Group operates a zero tolerance policy to any form of discrimination, abuse or harassment.