SHEQ Coach

The Advocate Group; Taunton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing organisation in the South West is seeking a SHEQ Coach to lead safety initiatives across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of SHEQ or HSE experience, strong knowledge of ISO standards, and excellent communication skills. This role offers an attractive salary of £35k - £38k, car allowance, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Car allowance

Quarterly bonus

Investment in training and career development

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years' SHEQ or HSE experience is required.
• Confidence in influencing stakeholders at all levels is essential.
• A willingness to travel across multiple sites is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits, internal audits, and inspections.
• Support ISO accreditations such as 45001 and 50001.
• Guide operational teams on SHEQ policies and processes.
• Lead investigations and implement corrective actions.

Skills

SHEQ or HSE experience

Exposure to ISO standards and audits

Assertive communication skills

Proactive, hands-on approach

Education

NEBOSH certification

Job description

Overview

Role: SHEQ Coach

Region: South West

Package: £35k - 38k + Car / Allowance + Bonus

This organisation has grown significantly in the last 12 months, securing new contracts, expanding its national footprint, and welcoming a wave of new employees. To support this growth, they are creating new roles within their SHEQ team, including aSHEQ Coachto cover the South West region.

This is your chance to join a close-knit, high-performing team with a fantastic culture, daily collaboration, and plenty of development opportunities.

Role

As SHEQ Coach, you'll be instrumental in embedding a proactive safety culture and ensuring compliance across multiple sites. You'll:

• Carry out site visits, internal audits, and inspections across the region
• Support ISO accreditations (45001, 50001, and more)
• Drive improvements in incident and near-miss reporting
• Coach and guide operational teams on SHEQ policies and processes
• Lead on investigations and corrective actions to improve safety standards

This is a role with real autonomy; you'll be out on-site, influencing change and making an impact every day.

Why Apply?

• This is a brand-new role created directly due to business growth
• Genuine investment in training and career development (including NEBOSH)
• Supportive, bonded team with strong leadership and daily collaboration
• £35k - 38k + car/allowance with fuel card + quarterly bonus

What We're Looking For

We're open on sector background - warehousing, logistics, healthcare, or other industries all welcome, but you'll need:

• Solid SHEQ or HSE experience (minimum 3 years)
• Exposure to ISO standards and audits
• Assertive communication skills — confident influencing across all levels
• A proactive, hands-on approach and willingness to travel across sites

This is a fantastic time to join a growing organisation where SHEQ is high on the agenda and your work will have a direct impact on shaping its future.

Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat