Senior SHEQ Advisor

Key Responsibilities

• SHEQ Strategy, Leadership & Compliance: Develop and implement SHEQ strategies aligned with company objectives and regulatory requirements; lead the continuous improvement of SHEQ management systems to ensure compliance with ISO standards, including ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001; act as the key point of contact for all SHEQ matters; provide leadership and direction to SHEQ Advisors and other team members to ensure effective implementation of SHEQ policies and procedures; and ensure the organization complies with all relevant SHEQ legislation, regulations and standards.
• Risk Management, Audits & Incident Investigation: Conduct regular audits and inspections of sites and operations to identify and mitigate risks; lead investigations into incidents, accidents and near misses, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions implemented; and develop and maintain risk assessments, safe systems of work and method statements.
• Training, Coaching & SHEQ Culture: Design and deliver SHEQ training programmes for staff and contractors, ensuring they understand their responsibilities; provide coaching and mentoring to SHEQ team members and operational staff; and promote a positive SHEQ culture throughout the organization by encouraging proactive safety behaviours.
• Environmental & Sustainability Management: Lead the development and implementation of environmental management plans to minimise the company’s environmental impact; promote sustainability initiatives including waste reduction, energy efficiency and carbon footprint reduction; and monitor environmental performance, reporting key metrics to senior management.
• Quality Management, Improvement & Reporting: Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001; lead quality audits and ensure non-conformities are addressed and corrective actions implemented; drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product and service quality; prepare and present SHEQ performance reports to senior management, including trend analysis and recommendations for improvement; and communicate SHEQ policies, procedures and performance across all levels of the organization.
• Communication, External Relations & Project Management: Liaise with external bodies, including regulatory agencies, auditors and industry groups, on SHEQ matters; manage and oversee SHEQ-related projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget and to required standards; and coordinate with other departments to integrate SHEQ considerations into project planning and execution.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Education: Relevant qualifications in Health and Safety (e.g., NEBOSH Diploma), Environmental Management (e.g., IEMA), and Quality Management.
• Experience: Significant experience in a SHEQ role, preferably in Water or Multi Utilities.

• Comprehensive understanding of SHEQ legislation, standards, and best practices in the UK.
• Strong knowledge of ISO management systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001).

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Proficiency in SHEQ management software and Microsoft Office suite.