Senior SHEQ Advisor

Ipsum; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Pension

Cycle to Work

Life assurance

Mental health support

Job summary

Ipsum in Wakefield is seeking a Senior SHEQ Advisor to lead safety, health, environment and quality initiatives across sites. You will coach teams, drive audits, and strengthen risk controls under our SHEQ management systems.

You should hold a NEBOSH Certificate and be working toward or have a NEBOSH Diploma, with IOSH membership. The role emphasizes collaboration with internal teams and clients to meet SHEQ targets and ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• Qualified SHEQ professional with experience in power / electrical, infrastructure, or construction.
• Holding a NEBOSH Certificate and actively working toward—or already holding—the NEBOSH Diploma.
• IOSH membership (Tech IOSH or above) and practical knowledge of SHEQ legislation, systems, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Promote and support SHEQ across divisions, depots, and sites within your remit.
• Act as a SHEQ ambassador, encouraging innovative solutions and collaboration
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and risk controls to reduce risk.
• Work closely with internal teams and clients to meet SHEQ targets and drive improvement.
• Monitor performance against Occupational Health and Safety Plans.
• Conduct site visits, audits, and inspections; provide feedback and corrective guidance.
• Ensure timely closure of corrective actions with measurable improvements.
• Support planning workshops and assist with RAMS, Job Packs, and briefings.
• Attend client SHEQ forums and represent the business professionally.
• Lead or support investigations and assurance audits to uphold SHEQ standards.

Skills

SHEQ

Auditing

RAMS

Stakeholder engagement

Education

NEBOSH Certificate

NEBOSH Diploma

IOSH membership

Job description

Senior SHEQ Advisor – Wakefield

What’s In It For You

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more
• Company Car / Car Allowance
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
• Life assurance cover
• Long service recognition
• Active local social committees
• Regular social events
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

About The Role

In this role, you’ll provide expert guidance and support to ensure the business remains compliant with our SHEQ management systems and all relevant legislative obligations. You’ll coach and mentor employees on how to effectively use these systems, while actively monitoring their implementation through audits and inspections. By constructively challenging the effectiveness of risk controls, you’ll help drive continuous improvement and strengthen our safety culture. You’ll also play a key role in supporting the Divisional Head of SHEQ, contributing to our shared goal of achieving health and safety excellence across the organisation.

As a Senior SHEQ Advisor

• Promote and support SHEQ across divisions, depots, and sites within your remit
• Act as a SHEQ ambassador, encouraging innovative solutions and collaboration
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and risk controls to reduce risk
• Work closely with internal teams and clients to meet SHEQ targets and drive improvement
• Monitor performance against Occupational Health and Safety Plans
• Conduct site visits, audits, and inspections; provide feedback and corrective guidance
• Ensure timely closure of corrective actions with measurable improvements
• Support planning workshops and assist with RAMS, Job Packs, and briefings
• Attend client SHEQ forums and represent the business professionally
• Lead or support investigations and assurance audits to uphold SHEQ standards

About You

You’re a qualified SHEQ professional with experience in power / electrical, infrastructure, or construction, holding a NEBOSH Certificate and actively working toward—or already holding—the NEBOSH Diploma. With IOSH membership (Tech IOSH or above), you bring practical knowledge of SHEQ legislation, systems, and risk management, and have a strong background in project safety planning, compliance assessments, and reviewing RAMS. Confident in coaching and influencing stakeholders at all levels, you’re a clear communicator with solid IT skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team.

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