SHEQ Manager

Recra Consulting; Leicester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Recra Ltd is recruiting an HSEQ Manager to take strategic and operational ownership of health, safety, environmental, quality and training activities within an operational business. You will be the principal source of HSEQ expertise, helping the business meet obligations and build a workforce that embraces safe, effective practices.

In this senior role you will lead the development and delivery of HSEQ practices, manage internal audits, drive improvements and coach others to strengthen

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 4+ in Occupational Health & Safety Practice or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Provide practical guidance on legislation, permits and internal policies.
• Maintain and improve ISO management systems, documentation and certifications.
• Lead internal audits, site inspections and prepare for external audits.
• Identify operational risks and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near-misses and drive improvements.
• Report HSEQ performance to senior management and recommend priorities.
• Lead the training strategy and maintain competence frameworks.
• Coordinate and deliver internal and external training as required.
• Manage relationships with regulators, auditors and other stakeholders.
• Support tender submissions and supplier compliance assessments.
• Develop and mentor direct reports and promote shared HSEQ ownership.

Skills

Leadership

HSEQ management

Auditing

Risk management

Incident investigation

Reporting

Education

NVQ Level 4 in Occupational Health & Safety Practice

NEBOSH Diploma (advantageous)

Job description

HSEQ Manager

Health, Safety, Environment, Quality & Training

Take ownership. Influence decisions. Make a visible difference.

Are you an experienced HSEQ professional looking for a role where you can shape standards, develop people and turn improvement plans into practical action?

Recra Consulting is recruiting for an HSEQ Manager to take strategic and operational ownership of health, safety, environmental, quality and training activities within an operational business.

Working closely with senior management, you’ll be the principal source of HSEQ expertise, helping the business meet its obligations while building a workforce that understands and takes pride in safe, effective working practices.

Why consider this opportunity?

• Broad ownership: Lead the HSEQ function, including management systems, compliance, training and workforce competence.
• Senior-level influence: Advise managers and directors, helping shape decisions and improvement priorities.
• Practical impact: Combine strategic planning with a visible presence across operational activities.
• People development: Coach direct reports and help operational managers strengthen their HSEQ capabilities.
• Supported qualification development: Company support to achieve the relevant waste management competency qualification if you do not already hold it.

Your role

You’ll lead the development and delivery of effective HSEQ practices across the business. Key responsibilities include:

• Providing clear, practical guidance on legislation, environmental permits, industry standards and internal policies.
• Maintaining and improving ISO management systems, documentation, certifications and accreditations.
• Leading internal audits, site inspections and preparation for external audits and regulatory visits.
• Identifying operational risks and ensuring corrective and preventative actions are completed.
• Investigating accidents, incidents and near misses, turning findings into meaningful improvements.
• Reporting on HSEQ performance and presenting priorities and recommendations to senior management.
• Leading the training strategy, maintaining competence frameworks and ensuring training matrices remain accurate.
• Coordinating and delivering internal training, alongside arranging external development where required.
• Managing relationships with regulators, enforcement agencies, auditors and other external stakeholders.
• Supporting tender submissions and supplier compliance assessments.
• Leading and developing direct reports while encouraging shared ownership of HSEQ across the business.

About you

You’ll be a credible, approachable leader who can engage people at every level, challenge unsafe practices confidently and balance compliance requirements with operational realities.

You’ll bring:

• An NVQ Level 4 or above in Occupational Health & Safety Practice, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Experience managing health, safety and environmental activities within manufacturing, industrial, engineering, logistics or FMCG environments.
• Experience maintaining ISO-certified systems and formal management processes.
• A practical understanding of incident investigation, risk management and corrective action.
• Experience managing or mentoring colleagues.
• Experience overseeing training, workforce development or competence frameworks.
• Strong communication, organisation and reporting skills.

A NEBOSH Diploma, relevant professional membership, an Internal or Lead Auditor qualification, and experience leading regulatory inspections would be advantageous.

A WAMITAB Certificate of Technical Competence or equivalent waste management qualification would also be beneficial. If not already held, you must be willing to achieve it within an agreed timeframe, with company support.

At Recra Ltd, we believe that great people come from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process where everyone is treated with fairness, respect, and equal opportunity.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know—we’re here to help.

Recra Ltd is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout every stage of the recruitment journey.

In accordance with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Recra Ltd acts as an Employment Agency when recruiting for permanent vacancies and as an Employment Business when supplying temporary or contract workers.