SHE Manager

Trant; Southampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Southampton is seeking a SHE Manager to oversee safety, health, and environmental operations. This role requires strong leadership and expertise in managing SHE standards within civil engineering and energy sectors. The successful candidate will develop policies, ensure compliance, and lead a team while supporting various site locations.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car or car allowance

24 days holidays + 8 bank holidays

Holiday purchase scheme

Company pension scheme

Paid professional memberships

Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking

Bike to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Expertise in health, safety, and environmental management practices.
• Proficient in ISO9001:2015, ISO14001, ISO45001 standards.
• Experience with National Grid projects beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a team of Health, Safety & Environmental Engineers.
• Lead development of the Business Management System related to SHEQ.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, implementing preventative measures.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Environmental Management

Incident Investigation

ISO Standards Knowledge

Education

NEBOSH National Diploma

IEMA Level 3 Environmental Management

CSCS card

Job description

We have an immediate requirement to appoint a SHE Manager based at our Head Office in Southampton. The SHE Manager will oversee operations across various sectors, including Process & Water and Energy, managing a team of SHE Advisors and Environmental Advisors. Reporting to the Head of SHEQ, this role involves travel to different sites and regional Trant offices within the UK.

We are seeking applications from individuals currently working as SHE Managers within civil engineering or M&E environments. Experience in water or energy sectors is advantageous.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Managing and mentoring a team of Health, Safety & Environmental Engineers across all sectors and locations in the UK.
2. Leading the development and improvement of the Business Management System (BMS) related to safety, health, environment, and quality.
3. Developing and maintaining health, safety, and environmental standards and ensuring their implementation on-site.
4. Identifying potential hazards not covered in the safe system of works and introducing appropriate control measures.
5. Monitoring environmental aspects and impacts within the working environment.
6. Advising personnel on SHEQ policies and procedures.
7. liaising with client representatives regarding SHEQ management.
8. Investigating high-severity accidents and incidents, and implementing preventative measures.
9. Developing and monitoring key performance indicators.
10. Promoting high standards of professional conduct and SHE compliance.
11. Supporting and guiding third-party audits (e.g., BSI, ROSPA, Achilles).
12. Developing and maintaining certification to ISO45001, ISO14001, ISO50001, and ISO9001 standards.

Qualifications/Skills:

• NEBOSH National Diploma or equivalent
• IEMA Level 3 Environmental Management
• CSCS card
• Knowledge of ISO9001:2015
• Recognised accident and incident investigation qualification
• Experience with National Grid projects is beneficial but not essential

Preferred:

• Knowledge of ISO14001
• Knowledge of ISO45001

Company Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Company car or car allowance
• 24 days holidays + 8 bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Paid professional memberships
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free parking
• Bike to Work Scheme

About us:

At Trant Engineering, we are proud to be RoSPA Gold award winners for 36 consecutive years. We deliver high-quality EPC engineering and construction services across sectors such as Process & Water, Energy, and Defence. Our services include design, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning, supported by in-house teams specializing in civil, process, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems. With over 1000 employees and a projected turnover of £150m, we are expanding and looking for talented professionals to join our team.