SHEQ Co-ordinator

Ethos Foundation; Castleford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction and retail sector seeks a SHEQ Co-ordinator to enhance safety, health, environment, and quality practices. The role involves collaborating on SHEQ documentation, supporting continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance across projects. Ideal candidates are passionate about SHEQ and eager to make an impact.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

1 day off for your birthday

Hybrid working options

Employee Assistance Programme

Healthshield cash plan

Free tea, coffee, and fruit

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of SHEQ in construction and retail.
• Experience in maintaining SHEQ documentation.
• Ability to balance quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of SHEQ function across operational areas.
• Collaborate on SHEQ documentation for all project phases.
• Travel for inspections and site tours across the UK and Ireland.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate

CDM - Construction Design Management

Job description

Job Title: Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ) Co-ordinator

Location: UK Wide

Salary: £30,000-£35,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Car Allowance: £5,000

Purpose of the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a SHEQ Co-ordinator to join a growing team supporting projects across construction, retail fit-out, mechanical & electrical, and solar sectors throughout the UK and Ireland. This role will assist the Group Compliance Director and Head of SHEQ in fulfilling statutory SHEQ obligations and driving continuous improvement across SHEQ practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day delivery of the SHEQ function across all operational areas
• Maintain and update SHEQ-related spreadsheets, records, and monthly reporting statistics
• Collaborate with site and contracts managers to develop SHEQ documentation for all project phases (pre-construction to post-completion), including:
• Site files
• Construction Phase Plans
• Asbestos Reports
• RAMS and CoSHH Assessments
• Health & Safety Files
• Operation & Maintenance Manuals
• Assist with competence tracking and training records within the SHEQ department
• Provide support and advice to employees regarding SHEQ matters in person, by phone, or email
• Travel across the UK and Ireland, including overnight stays when required, to conduct inspections and site tours
• Develop and deliver SHEQ communications including bulletins, toolbox talks, learning alerts, and other materials
  
  

Knowledge & Experience Required

• Background in one or more of the following industries: Retail, Construction, M&E, or Solar
• Strong understanding of how SHEQ supports wider business operations and project delivery
• Evidence-based decision-making using sound judgement and SHEQ knowledge
• Strong collaborative and professional communication skills
• Proven focus on continuous improvement
• Ability to balance quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
  
  

Qualifications

Essential:

• CDM - Construction Design Management
• Work at Height Experience
• CSCS Card
• Asbestos Awareness
• IOSH Managing Safely or SMSTS (or equivalent)
• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate
  
  

Desirable

• Member of IOSH or equivalent professional body
• IEMA Certificate (or similar environmental qualification)
• First Aider / Mental Health First Aider
• Face Fit Tester qualification
• Training or instructional delivery qualifications
  
  

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 1 day off for your birthday (within the birthday month)
• Hybrid working options*
• Ability to buy/sell up to 3 days of annual leave*
• Access to EV salary sacrifice scheme via Octopus*
• Cycle to Work scheme*
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Healthshield cash plan and high street discounts
• Free financial advice (mortgages, pensions, insurance)
• Enhanced family-friendly pay*
• Free tea, coffee, fruit, on-site parking, and EV charging at all locations
• Subject to eligibility and length of service
  
  

Company Culture & Opportunities

You'll have the chance to get involved in:

• Employee-led Colleague Board
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Committee
• Corporate social responsibility activities and charity events
• Professional development with support for further education and "you days" for learning
  
  

What We're Looking For

We value the right attitude as highly as qualifications. If you have the drive and a passion for SHEQ, and even if you don't tick every qualification box, we'd still like to hear from you.

Ideal Candidates Will Be

• Passionate
• Engaging
• Driven
• Proactive
• Transformational in their approach
  
  

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