The role
We are seeking an experienced Health, Safety, Environment, Quality, and Wellbeing (HSEQW) Manager to lead our team of HSEQW Advisors and drive our safety strategy.
In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and continually improving our ISO 45001 Safety Management System while developing key safety initiatives. As a champion for our zero-harm culture, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our safety environment to ensure we consistently exceed legal, client, and company standards.
Roles & Responsibilities:
What your role will include:
- Lead a positive and mature health and safety culture, developing a Zero Harm mindset across the business and planning/managing company safety stand downs.
- Develop, review, and own the company safety policies and WISHES strategy, monitoring and reviewing their effectiveness.
- Manage HSEQW department resource levels and budgets. Mentor, coach, and conduct PDPs/regular reviews with HSEQW Advisors.
- Approve Advisor timesheets and leave requests, conduct return-to-work interviews, and review site Safety Audits to standardise approaches and findings.
- Notify HSE of F10 and RIDDOR incidents. Document, monitor, and report safety performance and trends to the SLT, Head of Compliance, and Clients.
- Conduct internal audits per the schedule, support external management system audits, and maintain vital company safety accreditations.
- Report incidents to the SLT, assign resource to investigations, and review, challenge, and approve investigation findings. Represent the company with external stakeholders regarding incident progress and findings.
- Ensure Safe System of Work documentation templates are developed, maintained, and improved.
- Attend client/customer meetings and develop strong working relationships with Client and Industry HSEQW representatives.
- Manage contracts for building facility services, maintain facility records, and actively monitor for/report signs of modern slavery in the supply chain.
- Support the resolution of Occupational Health findings, champion McCann’s National Highways Customer Charter, and participate in company social value opportunities.
Essential criteria
Who we are looking for:
- Strong leadership and coaching skills, with the confidence to challenge delivery teams, Advisors, subcontractors, clients, and the Senior Leadership Team when safety issues are identified.
- An excellent communicator capable of establishing effective networks both internally and externally, delivering quarterly presentations.
- A proactive approach to promoting continual HSEQW improvement opportunities, sharing safety learning across the company and wider industry.
- A dedication to maintaining personal CPD through the use of resources and staying ahead of industry technological advancements.
- High level of computer literacy, with the ability to produce detailed word reports, compile excel data captures, and build professional presentation slides.
- At least 8 years’ experience in a safety role within Highways / Construction.
- NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
- NVQ Level 6 Site Manager / CSCS Black Card (Site Manager) or equivalent.
- UK Driving Licence – Class B.
Why Join us:
We know hard work deserves recognition! That’s why at J McCann & Co Limited, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package to all our employees including;
- Company Vehicle: to allow for national travelling.
- Discounted gym membership: to support your wellbeing.
- Flexible working hours: to balance your work and personal life.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support for your wellbeing through our EAP programme including; Cycle to work scheme, SmartTech, Doctor Line – 24hour GP service.
- 25 days annual leave: plus bank holidays for well-deserved breaks.
- Financial wellbeing: Take control of your finances with our financial wellness programs and tools.
- Investment in your career: Develop your skills and advance your career with our professional development opportunities including enrolment on apprenticeships.
- Invest in your community: Take advantage of paid volunteer days and become a STEM ambassador to give back and grow professionally.
- Death in service offering: up to three times your annual salary.
- Pension plan: Enjoy peace of mind for your future with our company pension scheme.
You’ll be challenged, inspired, and part of something truly transformative working on the UK’s most iconic infrastructure projects.
J McCann & Co Limited: Shaping Britain’s Infrastructure
For over four decades, J McCann & Co Limited Ltd has been a driving force in the UK’s civil and electrical engineering landscape. We deliver exceptional infrastructure solutions for both public and private sectors, from bustling roads and high-speed rail to world-class airports.
Our commitment to excellence shines through in every project. We blend deep industry expertise with innovative technologies to create solutions that not only meet but exceed our clients’ expectations. As a leading specialist in street lighting, traffic signals, and communication systems, we’re at the forefront of designing and building the infrastructure that powers our nation.
With a dedicated team of skilled professionals and a robust fleet of specialised equipment, we tackle even the most complex challenges head-on. We’re proud of our strong safety record and our commitment to sustainability, building a better future for our communities.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
‘Empowering diversity, Driving innovation’
We encourage you and would be grateful if you could confirm any requirements, we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you. Please contact [email protected] to discuss any reasonable adjustments’.
J McCann & Co Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community and will not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental leave, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
In line with our Social Value commitment guaranteed interview to qualified candidates from specified underrepresented groups.
As an employee, you have the right to:
- A workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, or bullying
- Inclusive practices and behaviour in the workplace
- Equal access to benefits and conditions
- Fair allocation of workloads
- Competitive merit-based selection processes for recruitment and promotion
- Accessible processes to deal with work-related complaints and grievances
HEALTH & SAFETY
Every employee is responsible for their own safety and the safety of others in the workplace and has a duty to report any issues or perceived risks to their line manager in the first instance or the Health and Safety department.
Join us as we continue to shape Britain’s infrastructure.
