Vickerstock are working in partnership with a leading manufacturer specialising in innovative building solutions to recruit a SHEQ Officer.
This is a hands-on role, reporting directly to the Production Manager, where you will be instrumental in delivering the SHEQ strategy and embedding a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across the business.
In your new role:
- Promote Health & Safety across the site, challenging unsafe behaviours and driving a positive culture
- Ensure compliance with legislation, company standards, and ISO certifications (ISO 9001 & 14001)
- Lead incident investigations, carrying out root cause analysis and ensuring lessons learned are applied
- Deliver detailed risk assessments and internal audits to maintain safe working practices
- Develop and implement SHEQ policies and procedures in line with business objectives
- Manage and maintain the H&S training matrix, delivering inductions and supporting toolbox talks
- Support and deliver SHEQ improvement projects, driving efficiencies and cost savings
- Embed robust quality control processes across manufacturing and technical functions
- Engage with all levels of the organisation, collaborating with senior stakeholders and external bodies
What you will need to succeed:
- Experience in a SHEQ or equivalent role
- NEBOSH General Certificate
- Working knowledge of safety regulations in the UK and Ireland
- IT and numeracy skills (MS Office)
- Excellent communication and influencing skills, ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
- Knowledge of auditing, risk assessments, and incident management
Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don’t worry if you don’t):
- Degree in Health & Safety, Quality, or a related discipline.
- Experience within the manufacturing industry
- Prior experience auditing against ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001
- Other relevant Health & Safety certifications
For a more detailed brief and a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis, our Health and Safety Specialist today.
