Senior SHE Manager (SMS Governance)

Cornerstone; Horsham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy sector company in Horsham, UK, seeks an experienced Senior SHE Manager to lead the Safety Management System and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in SHE roles within high-risk areas, strong leadership skills, and experience in regulatory engagement. This role includes a competitive salary and flexible hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Car allowance

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Life assurance

HolidayPlus

Cycle2work Scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in SHE roles in high-risk sectors.
• Proven ability to embed safety culture through governance.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies like HSE, Ofgem.

Responsibilities

• Lead and govern the Safety Management System (SMS).
• Develop and maintain SHE Policies and Procedures.
• Conduct audits and performance monitoring for compliance.
• Engage with SHE leadership and regulatory bodies.
• Drive safety culture into daily operations.

Skills

Safety management systems governance

Cross-functional team leadership

Regulatory engagement

Driving safety culture

SHE policy development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH)

Job description

Senior SHE Manager

Across SGN Footprint | Personal Contract | Competitive Salary

Full time | Hybrid

Competitive pension scheme – Car Allowance - Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Cycle2work Scheme & more

RE Q5245

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Senior SHE Manager. You play a critical role in safeguarding SGN’s people, reputation and license to operate. You will ensure safety is governed, understood and lived throughout the organisation in line with our Zero Harm initiative. You will design, govern and maintain SGN’s Safety Management System (SMS) in line with legal, regulatory and industry standards (ISO 450001, Gas Safety Regulations etc). You will play a key role interfacing between SHE leadership, regulators and operational stakeholders to embed safety into decision‑making culture, turning strategic safety objectives into practical governance frameworks that protect public, employee and asset safety.

We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here’s how you will contribute…

• You will lead and govern the Safety Management System (SMS)
• You will be responsible for developing and maintaining SHE Policies and Procedures
• Leading assurance activities such as performance monitoring, audits and document control, verifying and monitoring performance, compliance and driving improvement
• Support assurance and regulatory engagement across SGN
• Driving safety culture across the business, ensuring safety embedded into the day to day operations
• Engaging with key stakeholders in SHE leadership, across the wider business and regulatory bodies

What you will need:

• At least 5 years of experience in SHE roles within gas, utilities, energy or infrastructure sectors with high‑risk work
• Excellent understanding of gas distribution environments and the associated risks
• Proven experience leading SHE governance frameworks and influencing cross‑functional teams
• You have experience chairing or significantly contributing to SHE committees, policy boards or audit panels
• You have demonstratable ability to embed safety culture through governance, leadership engagement and behavioural safety initiatives
• You have experience working directly with regulators (HSE, Ofgem etc) and responding to formal investigations or improvement notices
• Led or significantly supported major change initiatives involving SHE systems such as SMS overhauls, ISO transitions or digital platform rollouts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
• NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
• Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH)

You may have to travel between business area sites across South England and Scotland. You may need to spend occasional nights away from home.

Not sure you meet every requirement?

Research shows some people – particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

If this role interests you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. You might be just who we’re looking for – now or in the future.

Why SGN?

SGN is a leader in pioneering research and development toward a net‑zero energy system. Our cutting‑edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all while keeping people safe and warm.

If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.