SHEQ Lead Construction and Service (South)

Kohler (Rehlko); Liverpool; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehlko is seeking a Regional SHEQ Lead for the South region, covering Midlands, Southern England and South Wales. You will lead safety and quality on live construction and service projects, guiding site teams and embedding best practices.

You will travel 2-3 days per week to project sites, coach site managers and PMs, and drive continuous improvement across the organisation's safety culture, governance and compliance with ISO standards.

Qualifications

• Experienced in SHEQ leadership within construction or civils.
• Confident leading SHEQ on live sites and influencing at all levels.
• Knowledgeable in UK HSE legislation, CDM 2015, and quality systems.
• Qualified with a NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent)
• Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and building strong safety cultures.
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• A clear communicator with a collaborative mindset
• Willing to travel nationally and occasionally to Ireland
• Holder of a full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Providing on-site SHEQ leadership across live construction and service projects
• Ensuring compliance with UK and Irish HSE legislation, client standards, and internal policies
• Reviewing and supporting RAMS, SSOW, CPPs, and site risk controls
• Coaching Site Managers and PMs to build strong SHEQ ownership and accountability
• Promoting a proactive safety culture focused on behavioural safety and improvement
• Leading investigations into incidents and near-misses, and producing actionable reports
• Following up on corrective and preventative actions to ensure lessons are learned
• Maintaining accurate SHEQ documentation and keeping teams informed of updates
• Reviewing contractor documentation to ensure alignment with SHEQ standards
• Supporting audit preparation and certification efforts (ISO 45001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001)

Job description

Why Work at Clarke

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource - energy - that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today's world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions - large and small - that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization's success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone's responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Work-life flexibility
• Recognition and rewards
• Development and career opportunities
• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

Regional SHEQ Lead - South

Construction & Service

Are you passionate about creating safer, smarter, and more sustainable workplaces?

Be a Driving Force for Excellence in Safety

As our SHEQ Lead for the South region, covering Midlands, Southern England and South Wales, you'll be the visible face of safety and quality on-site - guiding teams, shaping culture, and ensuring our operations meet the highest standards. You'll work closely with Site Managers, Project Managers, and Supervisors to embed best practices, influence behaviours, and drive continuous improvement.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll travel to our project sites 2 to 3 days per week, driving and leading SHEQ standards. Your experience and people skills will help protect lives, elevate performance, and support our long-term SHEQ strategy.

What You'll Be Doing

Here's what your role will involve:

• Providing on-site SHEQ leadership across live construction and service projects
• Ensuring compliance with UK and Irish HSE legislation, client standards, and internal policies
• Reviewing and supporting RAMS, SSOW, CPPs, and site risk controls
• Coaching Site Managers and PMs to build strong SHEQ ownership and accountability
• Promoting a proactive safety culture focused on behavioural safety and improvement
• Leading investigations into incidents and near-misses, and producing actionable reports
• Following up on corrective and preventative actions to ensure lessons are learned
• Maintaining accurate SHEQ documentation and keeping teams informed of updates
• Reviewing contractor documentation to ensure alignment with SHEQ standards
• Supporting audit preparation and certification efforts (ISO 45001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001)
• Contributing to the development and delivery of our SHEQ strategy

What You'll Bring

• Experienced in SHEQ leadership within construction or civils
• Confident leading SHEQ on live sites and influencing at all levels
• Knowledgeable in UK HSE legislation, CDM 2015, and quality systems
• Qualified with a NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent)
• Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and building strong safety cultures
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
• A clear communicator with a collaborative mindset
• Willing to travel nationally and occasionally to Ireland
• Holder of a full UK driving licence

Bonus points if you have:

• Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor qualification
• Lead auditor certification (ISO 45001 / ISO 9001)
• Experience with SHEQ reporting platform