SHEQ Advisor – Based at Scunthorpe
Runtech Ltd is a national leading managed service provider working across multiple industry sectors, dedicated to providing safe, reliable and cost-effective solutions nationwide.
With a strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, we deliver high-quality solutions to clients across the UK.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced, proactive and driven SHEQ Advisor to join our team based at Scunthorpe.
Reporting to the SHEQ Manager, the SHEQ Advisor will work closely with both the SHEQ Department and Operational Departments to strengthen the company's Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality culture, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and raise standards across all areas of the business.
The successful candidate will support operations across multiple customer sites including Scunthorpe, Hartlepool, Corby, Shotton, the Midlands and other UK locations as required. This role will involve regular site visits, audits, inspections, employee engagement and customer interaction to ensure compliance with company procedures, legislative requirements and industry best practice.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a strong operational understanding of industrial services, manufacturing, engineering or heavy industry environments, with the ability to positively influence behaviours and drive improvements in SHEQ performance.
Responsibilities
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of Runtech's SHEQ policies, procedures and management systems.
- Conduct regular site visits across operational locations to monitor compliance, engage with employees and support local management teams.
- Carry out behavioural safety audits and workplace inspections to identify opportunities for improvement and promote a positive safety culture.
- Complete monthly and quarterly site audits, ensuring compliance with company standards and customer requirements.
- Conduct equipment compliance checks including LOLER, pressure vessel inspections and PUWER maintenance schedule reviews.
- Monitor and review HAVS compliance programmes and associated records.
- Review COSHH assessments and ensure suitable control measures are implemented and maintained.
- Carry out bund inspections and environmental compliance checks.
- Review Task Specific Instructions (TSI) and Job Method Statements (JMS) to ensure suitability and effectiveness.
- Lead and support near miss, incident and accident investigations, ensuring corrective actions are implemented and closed out within agreed timescales.
- Attend daily operational briefings and provide SHEQ guidance and support to operational teams.
- Deliver SHEQ improvement initiatives across all operational areas.
- Support the maintenance and continuous development of the SHEQ department and management systems.
- Attend customer SHEQ meetings and represent the business professionally.
- Deliver inductions, toolbox talks and SHEQ-related training as required.
- Assist with maintaining training matrices and ensuring workforce competence remains compliant.
- Promote high standards of housekeeping, welfare facilities, PPE compliance, equipment cleanliness and visual workplace standards.
- Ensure correct documentation, procedures and forms are being used throughout the business and remain current and compliant.
- Support continuous improvement projects aimed at improving safety performance, operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Requirements
- Proven experience in a SHEQ Advisor, Health & Safety Advisor or similar role within heavy industry, industrial services, manufacturing, engineering or construction sectors.
- NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification (advantageous).
- IOSH Managing Safely minimum requirement, with higher-level qualifications advantageous.
- Process Safety experience is advantageous.
- Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and industry best practices.
- Experience conducting audits, inspections and incident investigations.
- Good understanding of LOLER, PUWER, COSHH, HAVS and risk assessment processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage personnel at all levels.
- Ability to influence positive behavioural change and promote a proactive safety culture.
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Experience supporting ISO management systems would be advantageous.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly to operational sites.
- Competent in Microsoft Office and digital management systems.
- Knowledge of industrial cleaning operations, industrial vacuum equipment, water jetting activities or heavy industrial environments would be beneficial.
Benefits
- Competitive salary. (Paid monthly).
- Company vehicle.
- Company pension scheme.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
- Access to experienced operational and SHEQ professionals across a growing national business.
- Ongoing training and support to further professional qualifications.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, sex, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
The successful candidate will be subject to our induction process that will include drug & alcohol testing.
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
