SHEQ Manager
Location: Sheerness, Kent, with regular travel to operational sites across the South East
Salary: £48,000 - £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Benefits
· 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
· Car allowance or company vehicle
· Company pension scheme
· Private Healthcare
· PerkBox
· Professional development and career progression opportunities
· Dynamic and supportive working environment
About Avidety
Avidety specialise in the refurbishment and construction of overhead and underground electricity distribution networks and is led by experienced industry executives proficient in delivering results.
Avidety’s core strength revolves around its team of people who are vastly experienced in the electricity distribution industry. We are proud to employ a diverse and experienced team of people who contribute significantly to the future success of the business.
With approximately 110 employees, Avidety continues to grow while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental responsibility and operational excellence.
The Role
Avidety is seeking a dedicated and experienced Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) Manager to join our team.
This is a key leadership position reporting directly to the Safety and Sustainability Director and accountable to the Board of Directors. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and developing the company’s SHEQ strategy, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and standards, and maintaining the effectiveness of the Integrated Management System (IMS).
The role will be based from our Sheerness office and will involve regular travel to operational sites across East England.
Avidety operates an Integrated Management System certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, demonstrating our commitment to quality, environmental responsibility and occupational health and safety excellence.
Safety, Health and Environmental Management
· Ensure all Avidety employees and subcontractors understand and comply with Health, Safety and Environmental legislation, company policies and procedures.
· Develop, implement and continually improve SHE policies, procedures and management systems.
· Promote a positive safety culture through leadership, coaching, communication and training.
· Monitor legislative changes and ensure compliance across all business operations.
· Lead accident, incident and near-miss investigations and ensure effective corrective actions are implemented.
· Exercise the authority to stop work where activities present an unacceptable risk to health, safety, environmental compliance or quality standards.
Quality Assurance Management
· Maintain and continuously improve Avidety's Integrated Management System (IMS).
· Ensure ongoing compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements.
· Monitor, audit and review management systems to drive continual improvement.
· Coordinate internal and external audits and manage certification activities.
· Investigate non-conformances and work collaboratively with operational teams to improve standards and performance.
· Ensure Avidety's ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications are maintained and successfully recertified.
Strategic and Operational Responsibilities
· Work closely with Directors and Managers to develop, implement and embed company policies and procedures.
· Review and update annual SHEQ management plans and objectives with the Board.
· Coordinate and manage Management Review Meetings.
· Analyse performance data and identify opportunities for improvement across the business.
· Provide expert SHEQ guidance and support to senior leadership and operational teams.
Subcontractor Management
· Support the procurement team in the selection and approval of subcontractors.
· Ensure subcontractors meet Avidety’s SHEQ requirements and performance expectations.
· Monitor subcontractor compliance and performance through audits and reviews.
· Hold engagement sessions with subcontractors.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
· Proven experience in a SHEQ management role.
· Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation.
· Experience developing, implementing and maintaining Integrated Management Systems (IMS).
· Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
· Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
· Full UK Driving Licence.
· Willingness to travel regularly across East England.
Desirable:
· Experience managing and maintaining certified management systems to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
· Experience leading external certification and surveillance audits.
· Experience within electricity distribution, utilities, infrastructure, construction or engineering sectors.
· CMIOSH membership preferred.
· TechIOSH will be considered for the right candidate.
· Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor qualifications would be advantageous.
Why join Avidety?
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and leading SHEQ performance within a growing and ambitious organisation. You will work closely with senior leadership and the Board, helping to drive continuous improvement while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality and environmental performance across the business.
If you are a proactive and dedicated SHEQ professional looking to make a significant impact within a growing company, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £48,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
