SHEQ Manager

Location: Stockton-On-Tees (with occasional travel to other sites)

Salary: £Competitive DOE + 33 days holiday (inc BH) + Private Health

About Our Client

We are delighted to be working exclusively on behalf of our client, a revolutionary start-up in the Manufacturing sector. After securing a highly successful Series A round of funding, our client is positioned for significant growth and is looking to build a strong SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) culture within the business. This is a unique opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company and play a pivotal role in shaping its SHEQ framework as they move into the next phase of their development.

Role Overview

The SHEQ Manager will lead the company in meeting its obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, ensuring the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company’s SHEQ management programme and systems. You will be instrumental in helping determine the strategic direction of SHEQ efforts in alignment with senior management priorities and driving a culture of safety, quality, and sustainability across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the company’s SHEQ efforts: Guide the business in meeting its obligations under the Health & Safety Act 1974, including the development, implementation, and improvement of the SHEQ management programme.
• Strategic planning: Collaborate with senior management to define the strategic direction of SHEQ priorities and ensure alignment with company goals.
• Advising on compliance: Assist with the interpretation and implementation of SHEQ-related legislation and company standards, including conducting health and safety awareness training and site inspections across company facilities and subcontractor activities.
• Quality Assurance: Provide expertise on QA systems and processes within manufacturing, pilot, and laboratory environments to ensure the consistent production of high-quality products.
• End of Waste Certification: Take responsibility for the certification and safety of end-of-waste materials, contributing to the development of sustainable products as part of the company’s strategy.
• Continuous improvement: Identify areas for improvement and lead initiatives to enhance the overall SHEQ performance and culture across all levels of the business.

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for a motivated and proactive individual with a proven track record in SHEQ management within the manufacturing sector. The ideal candidate will possess:

• Good working knowledge of COSHH legislation, with exposure to chemical and manufacturing industries—experience with End of Waste permits would be a significant advantage.
• Strong leadership abilities to oversee and improve the SHEQ function in a manufacturing, pilot, and laboratory setting.
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification in Occupational Health and Safety.
• A full UK driving license is required, as occasional travel between sites will be necessary.

Why Join Our Client?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and innovative company at a critical stage in its development. As a SHEQ Manager, you will play a vital role in shaping the company’s safety and quality culture, contributing to its long-term success. In return, you will be offered a competitive salary and the chance to work in an exciting, fast-paced environment where your expertise will have a tangible impact.