Risk and Assurance Lead

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; Heath; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Staff discounts

Health & wellbeing resources

24/7 virtual GP

Volunteer day

Training & development

Job summary

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc is seeking a proactive QHSE professional to lead and promote a strong quality, health, safety and environmental culture across sites in the UK. You will drive strategic improvement programmes, develop QHSE procedures, and support management with coaching, risk reviews and performance monitoring.

Your role includes audits, incident investigations, emergency planning and maintaining ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 accreditations.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent Level 3 qualification.
• Recognised Quality Assurance qualification or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience managing and implementing Quality Management Systems.
• Experience in wastewater, clean water activities, boiler houses or energy centres.
• Strong knowledge of statutory, contractual and company compliance requirements.
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills.
• Ability to mentor, coach and lead by example.
• Proficiency with IT systems and maintaining accurate records including Workday.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong QHSE culture built on continuous improvement, collaboration and shared responsibility.
• Support senior management and operational teams in delivering strategic improvement programmes across VDMS.
• Develop, implement and maintain QHSE procedures and processes in line with Veolia standards and relevant legislation.
• Provide guidance, coaching and support to managers and supervisors, including behavioural observations and team safe monitoring.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits and monthly compliance checks at the Chesterfield facility and customer sites across the UK.
• Investigate QHSE events, coordinate reviews where required and ensure corrective actions are completed and tracked.
• Develop and test emergency response and contingency plans.
• Monitor QHSE performance, establish meaningful KPIs and escalation serious concerns appropriately, including stopping work where necessary.
• Maintain company accreditations, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and Achilles UVDB B2.
• Liaise with customers, contractors, suppliers and regulatory agencies on QHSE matters.
• Evaluate supplier and contractor performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support quality, health, safety and environmental training, maintaining competency records in line with Workday processes.
• Lead improvement projects and promote the sharing of best practice and lessons learned.
• Support sustainability initiatives and help Veolia and its customers achieve their environmental and financial objectives.
• Assist with bids, tenders and supporting information.
• Manage QHSE budgets and resources while ensuring effective use of available support.
• When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone.

Skills

QHSE management

Audits & inspections

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Project management

Report writing

Training & coaching

IT systems proficiency

Team leadership

Change management

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate (Level 3)

Quality Assurance qualification or equivalent

Tools

Workday

Job description

• Lead and promote a strong QHSE culture built on continuous improvement, collaboration and shared responsibility.
• Support senior management and operational teams in delivering strategic improvement programmes across VDMS.
• Develop, implement and maintain QHSE procedures and processes in line with Veolia standards and relevant legislation.
• Provide guidance, coaching and support to managers and supervisors, including behavioural observations and team safe monitoring.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits and monthly compliance checks at the Chesterfield facility and customer sites across the UK.
• Investigate QHSE events, coordinate reviews where required and ensure corrective actions are completed and tracked.
• Develop and test emergency response and contingency plans.
• Monitor QHSE performance, establish meaningful KPIs and escalation serious concerns appropriately, including stopping work where necessary.
• Maintain company accreditations, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and Achilles UVDB B2.
• Liaise with customers, contractors, suppliers and regulatory agencies on QHSE matters.
• Evaluate supplier and contractor performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support quality, health, safety and environmental training, maintaining competency records in line with Workday processes.
• Lead improvement projects and promote the sharing of best practice and lessons learned.
• Support sustainability initiatives and help Veolia and its customers achieve their environmental and financial objectives.
• Assist with bids, tenders and supporting information.
• Manage QHSE budgets and resources while ensuring effective use of available support., We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
  A recognised Quality Assurance qualification, or equivalent experience.
• NEBOSH General Certificate or an equivalent Level 3 recognised qualification.
• Proven experience managing and implementing Quality Management Systems.
• Experience in wastewater and clean water activities, boiler houses, energy centres, construction or demolition.
• Experience of QHSE inspections, audits, investigations and improvement programmes.
• Strong knowledge of relevant statutory, contractual and company compliance requirements.
• Excellent relationship management, communication and influencing skills.
• The confidence to engage with stakeholders at all levels and challenge unsafe or non-compliant practices.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, project management and organisational skills.
• Experience producing clear reports and bid documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to mentor, coach and lead by example.
• Proficiency with IT systems and the ability to manage accurate records and performance data.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively with operational teams and the wider Risk & Assurance function.
• Experience in the power, gas or offshore industries would be desirable.
• Additional qualifications or experience in change management, risk management or people management would be advantageous.
  When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

• Access to our company pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental, and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• 24-hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• One paid day's leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential