Sheq Health & Safety Manager - York

Henley Chase; York; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design-and-build practice is seeking an experienced SHEQ Manager to oversee safety, health, environment, and quality across their operations in York. Your role will include developing SHEQ policies, leading audits, and ensuring compliance with UK SHEQ legislation. Ideal candidates will have a NEBOSH certificate and proven SHEQ management experience, particularly in construction or conservation settings. This full-time role promises competitive compensation and involves travel across North Yorkshire.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in SHEQ management, ideally in construction or conservation.
• Ability to interpret legislation into practical guidance.
• Committed to inclusion, sustainability, and ethical practice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain SHEQ policies and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and lead incident investigations.
• Oversee ISO and accreditation processes.

Skills

SHEQ management experience

Knowledge of UK SHEQ legislation

Leadership skills

Training skills

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Degree in Environmental Health or Safety Management

Tools

Digital management systems

Job description

SHEQ Manager - Construction
York (with travel across North Yorkshire)
Full-time | Reporting to Directors | Competitive salary

Overview

A leading heritage and conservation-focused design-and-build practice is seeking an experienced SHEQ Manager to lead Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality across their operations. This is a discreet, high-profile opportunity being handled by a specialist recruitment partner, ensuring confidentiality for the client. This is a pivotal role, working closely with Directors to embed best practice, maintain compliance, and promote a culture of safety, sustainability, and ethical standards across all projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain SHEQ policies, procedures, and systems aligned with legislation and best practice
• Conduct risk assessments, site audits, inspections, and lead incident investigations
• Deliver training, toolbox talks, and guidance to teams to ensure compliance
• Oversee ISO and other accreditation processes and prepare for external audits
• Collaborate with project teams to embed SHEQ considerations from design through delivery
• Monitor SHEQ performance, identify trends, and implement continuous improvements
• Manage supply chain compliance and competence
• Chair Health & Safety meetings with Directors
• Compile, review, and issue RAMS, CPHSPs, and H&S/O&M files

Candidate Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent
• Proven experience in SHEQ management, ideally in construction, heritage, or conservation projects
• Strong knowledge of UK SHEQ legislation and ISO standards
• Excellent leadership, communication, and training skills
• Ability to interpret legislation into practical guidance
• IT literate and comfortable using digital management systems
• Committed to inclusion, sustainability, and ethical practice

Desirable

• Degree in Environmental Health, Safety Management, or related field; experience with heritage/conservation sites.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and ethically minded
• Collaborative and confident communicator
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach
• Committed to fostering safe, inclusive, and high-performing environments

Why This Role?

This is a rare opportunity to lead SHEQ across projects that truly matter, from heritage restoration to modern conservation builds. Your expertise will directly influence operational safety, quality standards, and team culture, in a role where your impact is visible and valued