SHEQ Manager

px Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contribution towards eye test and glasses

Online discount benefits site

Long Service Awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible Benefits Package

Onsite parking

Job summary

A leading service provider in the energy sector in Cumbria is seeking a SHEQ Manager to drive safety strategy and develop the SHEQ team. Responsibilities include promoting a positive safety culture, managing compliance with SHEQ systems, and supporting personnel development. The ideal candidate has a strong background in SHE legislation and experience in industrial settings, supported by relevant certifications. This full-time role offers competitive benefits including parking, discounts, and an employee assistance program.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience of current UK legislation regarding SHE requirements.
• NEBOSH general certificate (must work toward Diploma).
• Experience in a 24/7 industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Promote a positive safety culture among all staff.
• Lead and develop the SHEQ team for effective supervision.
• Implement and maintain SHEQ systems and monitor effectiveness.
• Manage compliance with Business Management Systems.

Skills

Knowledge of UK SHE legislation

NEBOSH general certificate

Experience in health and safety role

Management skills

Team leadership

Job description

Overview

px Group Cumbria, England, United Kingdom

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px PEOPLE, their commitment to excellence, innovation and teamwork, are the reason for px Group’s continuing growth and success story. We aim to be the elite provider of operations management, engineering services and energy management solutions in high hazard, highly regulated industries nationally and as we grow, across Europe and globally. For more information visit www.pxlimited.com

The group operates the Fellside Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plant in Cumbria and the 0.5 km high-hazard pipeline supplying the site. The site is an upper tier COMAH installation forming part of the Sellafield COMAH enclave.

The Opportunity

We are now recruiting for a SHEQ Manager. The SHEQ Manager is responsible for ensuring that the px business maintains a best-in-class, responsive safety strategy and culture. This includes making sure all employees understand their SHEQ responsibilities and are actively engaged in making safety the top business priority. The role supports the development, leadership, and implementation of the px SHEQ philosophy, strategy, and initiatives, in alignment with business objectives and legal requirements.

The role also involves leading, managing, and sustaining the site’s certifications to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 55001 standards, as well as effectively managing and developing direct reports to achieve these goals. You’ll be supported with personalised on-the-job training, coaching, mentoring and twice-yearly development and performance reviews to help maintain and develop your contributions and competence.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a Positive Safety Culture - Work collaboratively with all px employees, clients, contractors, and visitors to foster a proactive safety culture. Ensure everyone understands and upholds their personal Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (SHEQ) responsibilities.
• Lead and Develop the SHEQ Team - Manage, develop, and support assigned personnel within the SHEQ function, ensuring effective supervision, professional growth, and overall team performance.
• Implement and Maintain SHEQ Systems - Support the implementation, communication, and ongoing maintenance of all SHEQ objectives, targets, policies, and procedures. Monitor their effectiveness and drive continuous improvement as needed.
• Business Management Systems Compliance - Lead the management and continual improvement of Business Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 55001), ensuring ongoing compliance and championing their effective use across the site.
• Knowledge and experience of current UK legislation regarding SHE requirements
• NEBOSH general certificate (Must be willing to work toward Diploma)
• Relevant successful contribution & work experience in a 24/7 industrial environment
• Previous experience in a health and safety role
• Successful development & implementation of SHE philosophy, strategies and performance measures

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current UK legislation regarding SHE requirements

What you will receive

• Contribution towards eye test and glasses
• Online company discount benefits site including cinema tickets and gym membership discount
• Long Service Awards
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible Benefits Package
• Onsite parking

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Please note this role may close early or be extended depending on the volume of applications.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Oil and Gas

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