SHE Manager - Rail

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland; Burton upon Trent; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday (with the option tobuy

electric car scheme (where applicable)

employee recognition programmes

family-friendly support

exclusive retail discounts

employee assistance programmes

enhanced company pension

Job summary

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is seeking a dedicated SHE Manager to join our Central Team, supporting growth in the Rail sector and wearing the SOCOTEC badge with pride. As SHE Manager you will provide effective health and safety support across rail infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with Network Rail standards and UK legislation, while promoting safe working practices and a positive safety culture.

With proven SHE experience you will influence safety outcomes, uphold RAMS, and drive continuous

Qualifications

• NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Sentinel/PTS – Valid Sentinel card with current PTS competence.
• Rail infrastructure sector experience, especially around Network Rail.
• Knowledge of UK health and safety legislation including CDM 2015.
• Experience site inspections, audits and RAMS reviews.
• Experience investigating incidents and near misses.

Responsibilities

• Influence safety and environmental results across the business to drive improvements.
• Provide competent health and safety advice to project and site teams.
• Undertake site inspections, safety tours and audits to identify hazards.
• Develop, review and implement RAMS and safe systems of work.
• Investigate incidents and root causes, implement corrective actions.
• Monitor contractor compliance with H&S requirements.
• Support toolbox talks, safety campaigns and promote a positive culture.
• Maintain H&S records and action trackers; contribute at project meetings.

Skills

SHE management

H&S advice

Audits & inspections

Incident investigation

RAMS development

Education

NEBOSH National General Certificate

Job description

SOCOTEC’s Central Services team provides essential support across HR, Finance, IT, Digital, Marketing, Communications and Operations, enabling our business and technical teams to deliver high-quality services to clients across the UK. By managing recruitment, staff development, payroll, financial planning, digital systems, and internal communications, we ensure smooth operations, efficiency and innovation throughout the organisation. Our people-focused, collaborative culture empowers colleagues to contribute ideas, work safely, and grow their careers while supporting SOCOTEC’s mission to deliver trusted, market-leading services in infrastructure, environmental, and technical sectors.

What's in it for you?

• 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more)
• electric car scheme (where applicable)
• employee recognition programmes
• family-friendly support
• exclusive retail discounts
• employee assistance programmes
• enhanced company pension

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Job Description

SHE Manager, Rail

This could be your opportunity to excel as a SHE Manager, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC’s continued success.

As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We’re looking for a dedicated SHE Manager to join our Central Team, help support our growth in the Rail sector and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

With proven SHE experience you will provide effective health and safety support across our rail infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with Network Rail standards, legislation and company requirements, while promoting safe working practices and a positive safety culture.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Able to Influence Safety Health and Environmental results across the business affecting change and driving improvements.
• Provide competent health and safety advice and support to project and site management teams.
• Undertake site inspections, safety tours and audits, identifying hazards and driving corrective actions.
• Support the development, review and implementation of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), ensuring safe systems of work are followed.
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses, contributing to root-cause analysis, corrective actions and lessons learned.
• Monitor compliance of contractors and subcontractors with statutory, client and company H&S requirements.
• Support toolbox talks, briefings and safety campaigns, and promote a positive safety culture by challenging unsafe behaviours.
• Maintain accurate H&S records, inspection reports and action trackers, and contribute professional H&S input at project/site meetings.

Qualifications

To be a successful, you should be able to demonstrate:

• NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent recognised health and safety qualification
• Sentinel/PTS – Holds a valid Sentinel card with current Personal Track Safety (PTS) competence.
• Demonstrable practical experience working within the rail infrastructure sector, specifically on or around Network Rail infrastructure and projects.
• Good knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and construction/rail industry requirements (including CDM 2015).
• Experience undertaking site inspections, audits and safety monitoring, and reviewing/supporting RAMS.
• Experience investigating incidents, accidents and near misses.

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,500 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.