SHEQ Business Partner

Equans; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a SHEQ Business Partner in the UK to oversee health and safety management across various sites. The role involves supporting operational teams, conducting audits, and providing leadership in health and safety initiatives. Applicants should have a NEBOSH National Diploma and experience in a health and safety role within related industries. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)

Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount shopping schemes

Personalized support programmes

Qualifications

• Experience in Health and Safety roles in construction or related sectors.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
• Ability to create collaborative relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support health and safety management across MTS.
• Conduct site visits and provide H&S reports.
• Lead investigations into health and safety incidents.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Leadership

Risk Assessment

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

Membership of IOSH or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Equans is looking for a SHEQ Business Partner to join our team. This is a national permanent role, working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.

We are looking for experienced SHEQ Business Partners in the north and south of England to cover the region. This role offer hybrid working with weekly travel to various sites.

The postholder will provide guidance and leadership to ensure that contracts in the Sustainable FM division meet their statutory health and safety requirements and to assist contracts in delivering business health and safety initiatives.

This role will identify and deliver solutions to improve operational Health and Safety management and performance in the Mobile Technical Services Division (MTS). Working closely, and in partnership, with the operational teams this role will ensure the EQUANS H&S objectives are embedded and implemented to improve health and safety performance to drive improvement in the safety culture across the MTS.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of Health and Safety across the MTS to ensure all work is undertaken to external and internal standards and guidelines
• Work with the SHEQ Team to utilise and maintain adequate H&S systems to meet statutory and company requirements
• Establish H&S Action Plans for each contract with the MTS Operations Director in line with the business H&S plan to deliver safe workplaces, and improved employee engagement and culture as models of best practice
• Conduct regular site visits to support and engage with Operational Management and front line staff, to ensure the ongoing H&S of all persons undertaking or affected by EQUANS works. Provide documented SHEQ reports to AIMS to support this
• Identify and provide feedback on best practice, recognising those persons going \'above and beyond\' or consistently contributing to improved H&S in the workplace
• Identify employees in the MTS div to join the Safety Ambassadors team and mentor their development along the Safety Ambassador development pathway
• Provide advice on any actions required from the findings of H&S Audits - providing guidance on any changes and improvements that may be needed to improve health and safety
• Monitor and provide advice with regard to H&S training to ensure that all colleagues within the MTS div are suitably trained and developed. The delivery of mandatory training that supports health and safety should be monitored and prioritised
• Ensure all reportable data (Near Misses, Accidents, RIDDORs, HiPos, LTI's, Incidents, LSV/MSV) are recorded accurately by the MTS division- and to coach personnel with this where required
• Lead investigations and liaise with stakeholders, ensuring detailed investigations are undertaken and written reports documented, identifying the immediate, underlying and root causes of accidents, incidents including those classed as high potential (HiPo) events
• Hold close out meetings, to ensure SMART action plans are in place with actions identified to minimise the chance of recurrence of the adverse event. Assis the Operations team in preparing their findings to the Accident Incident Review board
• Provide a monthly written H&S Business Performance Review as agreed with the Northern Region H&S Lead for the MTS Operations Director and the MTS Div Senior Leadership Team
• Attend functional team meetings and SHEQ meetings as required.to communicate on H&S matters, trends and initiatives etc
• Support key bids, attend tender interviews, lead competitive dialogue in the bid process to ensure the EQUANS H&S Management arrangements and culture is properly represented
• Work as a team with other H&S team members, functions and operations to continue to develop the positive Health & Safety culture, compliance and management system across Sustainable FM and the MTS Div
• Lead by example in H&S and in demonstrating personal alignment with the company's Responsible Business values and objectives

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus, and benefits package, which includes;

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are you?

• Previous experience of a Health and Safety role within the construction, energy sector, FM or related industries
• Demonstrable experience relevant Health and Safety legislation
• NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety; British Safety Council Level 5 Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health; City & Guilds Level 5 (NVQ) Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice; NCRQ Level 6 Diploma in Applied Health and Safety or equivalent qualification or qualification by experience
• NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety
• Membership of IOSH or an equivalent industry safety body
• Understanding of Construction, Energy and FM technology and methods
• Experience of fire prevention and fire management
• Demonstrable ability to create harmonious, collaborative working relationships and effective partnerships
• Ability to provide creative solutions to issues/problems
• Proven ability to provide straightforward, clear, and easy to understand information and documentation
• Ability to use own initiative as well as working effectively as part of a team

This role includes a DBS Basic check therefore ability to pass is essential.

Who are we?

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world.

Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.

Our ambition

At Equans, we are driven by our ambition to be recognised for our operational excellence and as the best place to work for our employees. This commitment extends to achieving global and sustainable performance through Impact, ensuring that everything we do aligns with our core values-Accountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus.

We take ownership, act with integrity, and set high standards. We listen, support, and care for one another. We collaborate and build trust to achieve shared goals, always striving to meet our customers' needs in a proactive and pragmatic way. These values shape our culture, strengthen our community, and inspire us to deliver excellence every day.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.