SHEQ Advisor - Wakefield

Ipsum; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave & holidays

Pension plan

Career development

Mental health support

Cycle to Work

Discount club

Life assurance

Maternity pay

Long service

Social committees

Social events

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Ipsum is seeking a proactive SHEQ Advisor to join our team in Wakefield. You will provide guidance on compliance with SHEQ management systems, coach staff, and drive improvements across sites with some travel across Yorkshire.

This is a full-time, permanent role offering hybrid working. You will hold a NEBOSH Certificate and IOSH Membership, bring experience in a similar role, and have a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety.
• IOSH Membership held.
• Experience in a similar SHEQ role is required.
• Full UK driving licence is required for travel across Yorkshire.

Responsibilities

• Drive a positive SHEQ culture across divisions, depots, and sites.
• Act as an ambassador for SHEQ, delivering innovative solutions to operational challenges.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, management systems, and risk controls.
• Work closely with managers, clients, and stakeholders to achieve SHEQ objectives and continuous improvement.
• Monitor performance against Occupational Health & Safety Plans.
• Conduct site visits, audits, and inspections, providing feedback and guidance on corrective actions.

Skills

SHEQ awareness

Education

NEBOSH Certificate

IOSH Membership

Job description

What’s In It For You…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more
• 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
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Long service recognition
• Active local social committees
• Regular social events
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

About The Role…

Due to business growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a SHEQ Advisor to join our team. You’ll provide guidance on compliance with SHEQ management systems and legislative requirements, while coaching and mentoring employees on best practices.

This is a full-time, permanent role based at our Wakefield office, with some travel across Yorkshire and hybrid working available.

As a SHEQ Advisor you will…

• Drive a positive SHEQ culture across divisions, depots, and sites
• Act as an ambassador for SHEQ, delivering innovative solutions to operational challenges
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, management systems, and risk controls
• Work closely with managers, clients, and stakeholders to achieve SHEQ objectives and continuous improvement
• Monitor performance against Occupational Health & Safety Plans
• Conduct site visits, audits, and inspections, providing feedback and guidance on corrective actions

About You…

You will have a NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety along with IOSH Membership. Experience in a similar role is key, and it would be beneficial if you had industry knowledge but this isn't essential! You will be motivated, a fantastic communicator and keen to provide your HSEQ knowledge and expertise to the business. As this role requires some travel you will need to have a full UK driving licence.

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