SHEQ Manager

Caval Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing contractor is seeking a SHEQ Manager in Leeds to lead safety, health, environment, and quality initiatives. The role involves managing a team of H&S Advisors across various construction sites. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in construction H&S and relevant qualifications. The position offers a competitive salary package alongside hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Company car

Comprehensive package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in construction health and safety.
• Hold a full UK driving license and willing to travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Manage team of H&S Advisors enforcing SHEQ practices across sites.
• Site auditing and providing on-site H&S support.
• Lead environmental initiatives including waste reduction.

Skills

Construction health and safety experience

Knowledge of H&S within the Construction industry

Accident and incident investigation

Detailed reporting and KPI analysis

Education

NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety

NEBOSH Construction qualification

Active Technical Member of IOSH

Job description

Job Title : SHEQ Manager

Salary : £55,000 to £65,000 + Company Car + Package

Location : Leeds, West Yorkshire (Hybrid Working)

Role Highlights :

Working for a privately run contractor with a growing workload

Opportunity to work with modern and relevant brands

Role Overview :

As the SHEQ Manager, reporting into the Senior Leadership team, you will manage a team of H&S Advisors in enforcing SHEQ practises across multiple retail construction sites on a nationwide basis. You will have an integral role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the onsite teams and wider business.

Key Requirements :

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in construction health and safety
• NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Course (Essential)
• Hold a NEBOSH Construction qualification (Essential)
• Be an active Technical Member of IOSH (Preferred)
• Hold a full UK driving license and willing to travel nationwide
• Knowledge of H&S within the Construction industry is essential

Responsibilities :

• Reporting to the Senior Leadership Team on all aspects of Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality performance, ensuring SHEQ objectives align with overall business strategy
• Site visiting, auditing and providing on-site H&S support to ensure compliance, identify risks and drive a positive safety culture across all projects.
• Confident approach to accident and incident investigation and reporting, including root cause analysis and corrective / preventive actions
• Implementation and effective communication of health and safety policies to all levels of the organisation, ensuring workforce engagement and understanding.
• Identify, assess and control SHEQ risks across all projects; maintain and update company risk registers and emergency plans.
• Conduct and oversee site auditing standards, ensuring regular inspections and compliance reviews are completed and reported accurately.
• Preparation and delivery of in-house health & safety and SHEQ training, including inductions, toolbox talks, and leadership safety sessions.
• Detail‑oriented approach with the ability to produce accurate reports and KPI dashboards for senior management and clients, providing analysis and recommendations for improvement.
• Assessing and approving RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) to ensure suitability, compliance and practical implementation on site.
• Ensure full legal and regulatory compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality legislation, liaising with regulatory authorities when necessary.
• Lead environmental initiatives, including waste reduction, pollution prevention, sustainability practices and carbon management across sites.
• Maintain robust quality assurance systems, oversee internal / external audits and manage non‑conformances to uphold company and client standards.
• Provide strategic SHEQ leadership and mentoring to site teams and SHEQ staff, promoting continuous improvement.

Contacts to Apply :

Sam Hunter - Fit Out & Interiors Manager : (phone number removed)

Cameron Lally - Senior Resourcer : (phone number removed)