Sheq Health & Safety Manager - York

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

Job summary

A leading construction firm in York seeks a SHEQ Manager to oversee safety and quality across diverse projects, from heritage restoration to modern builds. This full-time position requires a NEBOSH certification and proven SHEQ management experience. You will develop policies, conduct audits, and lead compliance initiatives, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with heritage or conservation projects is desirable.
• Good understanding of ISO standards.
• Comfortable using digital management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain SHEQ policies and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits.
• Deliver training and compliance guidance.
• Oversee ISO accreditation processes.
• Monitor SHEQ performance and implement improvements.

Skills

NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent

Proven experience in SHEQ management

Strong knowledge of UK SHEQ legislation

Excellent leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to interpret legislation

IT literate

Commitment to inclusion and ethical practice

Education

Degree in Environmental Health or Safety Management

Job description

Overview

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

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.