Senior Operational SHEQ Manager

OCU; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen in der Infrastrukturtechnik sucht einen Senior Operational SHEQ Manager, um die Sicherheit, Gesundheit, Umwelt und Qualität innerhalb des Unternehmens zu steuern. Diese spannende Rolle erfordert die Entwicklung und Implementierung von SHEQ-Best Practices in verschiedenen Geschäftseinheiten. Sie werden eng mit dem Management zusammenarbeiten, um eine sichere Arbeitsumgebung zu gewährleisten und die Einhaltung der Vorschriften zu fördern. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für kontinuierliche Verbesserung und Teamführung haben, könnte dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie sein.

Qualifications

• Mindestens 5 Jahre Erfahrung im Versorgungssektor, vorzugsweise im Energiesektor.
• Erfahrung mit Managementsystemen und NERS-Akkreditierung (bevorzugt).

Responsibilities

• Verantwortung für SHEQ-Kontakt in zugewiesenen Geschäftseinheiten.
• Entwicklung und Pflege positiver Beziehungen zu wichtigen Interessengruppen.

Skills

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Team- und Personalmanagement

Verhandlungsfähigkeiten

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

Detailorientierung

Kenntnis relevanter Gesetze

MS Office Suite

Education

NCRQ Level 6/NVQ Level 6/NEBOSH Diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Due to our continued success in work winning, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Operational SHEQ Manager to join us, based across the UK. You will assist in managing safety, health, environmental, and quality matters within OCU Energy and the wider OCU Group by providing professional advice and solutions, ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements and best practices.

This role involves responsibility for various OCU Energy business units, including (but not limited to) OCU Hornbill, OCU Integrum, OCU Modus, OCU Trenchless, OCU Evolution, and OCU Energy Major Projects. You will engage with personnel at all levels within these units to develop and implement SHEQ best practices, ensuring compliance with relevant statutory provisions, group requirements, and industry guidance. You will work proactively with management to establish and maintain a safe working environment for all staff and third parties involved.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Act as the principal SHEQ contact for assigned business units (both internal and external).
2. Develop and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders.
3. Engage with management early in projects, throughout construction, and post-construction phases.
4. Identify SHEQ resource needs, assist in sourcing, appointing, and onboarding suitable candidates.
5. Manage dedicated SHEQ personnel and liaise with regional SHEQ support, ensuring performance standards are met.
6. Support pre-qualification questionnaires and tender submissions.
7. Provide visible leadership, promote the OCU brand, and endorse core group requirements.
8. Assist in planning and promoting SHEQ programs and mechanisms for implementation.
9. Support the retention of ISO accreditation and other relevant registrations.
10. Interpret and advise on the implementation of group policies, procedures, and safe systems of work.
11. Ensure compliance with the group’s integrated management system on all contracts/projects.
12. Monitor SHEQ performance and implement improvements as needed.
13. Develop data reporting mechanisms and SHEQ dashboards; compile and submit monthly KPIs.
14. Conduct regular site, depot, and CDM audits, recording findings and managing corrective actions.
15. Ensure projects have appropriate SHEQ controls and arrangements in place.
16. Maintain customer liaison, attend meetings, and prepare presentations.
17. Conduct contractor onboarding evaluations.
18. Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; propose preventative measures; manage records.
19. Report incidents according to criteria and manage the OCU One system.

Skills and Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written.
• Effective team and people management skills.
• Proactive, with a mindset for continuous improvement.
• Strong negotiation skills and tactful assertiveness.
• Logical thinker with problem-solving skills.
• Organized with attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Understanding of relevant laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and report writing.
• Self-motivated team player with discretion and professionalism.
• Professional appearance and manner.

Qualifications / Competency:

• NCRQ Level 6/NVQ Level 6/NEBOSH Diploma.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the utilities sector, preferably power sector.
• Experience working with live substations.
• Experience with management systems and NERS accreditation (preferred).
• Experience with DNO/IDNO operations.
• EUSR or CSCS health and safety certification.
• Proficient in accident/incident investigation, including root cause analysis.
• Experience in compiling documented information and data.

OCU leads in infrastructure engineering within utilities, digital, and energy markets, working with top clients across power, water, telecoms, and digital sectors. We seek the best talent to grow our team.