The Safety, Health, Environment and Fire (SHEF) Manager will support operations with guidance and solutions to ensure work activities of employees and their subcontractors in completed in a safe manner complying with current regulations and adhering to Safety Operating Procedures (SOP) held within the organisation and its parent companies.

The SHEF Manager will report to the Head of SHEF functionally, but will also have a subject matter expert support & engagement relationship with built estate operational personnel and contractors within designated contracts.

Key accountabilities

This is a new role in a new business supporting the Built Estate Directorate, formed to deliver infrastructure, management of built estate, asset, facilities management and construction services into the UK Defence Sector.

• Run project activities as agreed within the SHEF activities.
• Delivering general, none accredited health and safety training as required.
• Assisting the Principal Designer and Principal Contractor in the delivery of their duties.
• Carrying out scheduled and unscheduled inspections of work activities across a large geographical area.
• Taking appropriate action where any H&S management is failing.
• Writing and/or contributing to the contract and business monthly H&S report.
• Assisting Operational Managers where necessary in facilitating liaison.
• Attend coordination/cooperation meetings with clients.
• Supporting the health and safety audit regime ensuring that BS 45001 certification is maintained.
• Support sustainability initiatives across all contracts.
• Support the organisation’s Zero Harm initiatives across all contracts.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma or Construction/General Certificate or equivalent.
• NEBOSH Environmental Diploma / Certificate.
• P405 – Asbestos Management preferred.
• Fire risk assessment accredited qualification (IOSH / BSC etc).
• Membership of the Association for Project Safety (APS) or an equivalent organisation.
• Chartered Member of IOSH (or working towards).
• Recognised auditor.
• Recognised Train the Trainer.
• Recognised accident investigation techniques.

Knowledge & experience:

• Good communication skills.
• Experience in H&S management in construction.
• Demonstrable knowledge of current and relevant H&S legislation.
• Presentation skills including delivery of training.
• Data analysis and report writing.
• A good level of skill in using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Full driving licence.
• Designing and leading H&S campaigns.
• Environmental management qualification.
• Experience in working on MOD establishments.
• Experience in operating to the BS 45001 standard.
• Experience in chairing meetings.

If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience for this role as a Safety, Health, Environment and Fire (SHEF) Manager, please submit your CV using the form on this page to be considered for this opportunity.