SHEQ Manager
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 + Bonus & Benefits
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Reports To: Head of Operations
Direct Reports:
Engineering @ 365 is recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading advanced materials manufacturer based in Leicester , operating within highly regulated, high-performance sectors including Formula One motorsport, aerospace, and marine.
We are seeking an experienced SHEQ Manager to lead and shape the company’s health, safety, environmental, and quality strategy. This is a senior leadership role, responsible for driving compliance, operational excellence, and a proactive safety-first culture across all operations.
Key Responsibilities (Simplified)
Strategic Leadership & Governance
- Lead and deliver the company’s SHEQ strategy.
- Maintain and improve management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001).
- Support senior leaders with SHEQ planning and decision-making.
Communication & Engagement
- Deliver clear SHEQ communications (toolbox talks, briefings, dashboards).
- Build a strong safety and quality culture across the business.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure all operations meet legal and customer SHEQ requirements.
- Lead risk assessments (e.g., COSHH, manual handling, fire).
- Recommend and implement risk controls and improvements.
Incident Management & Investigation
- Lead investigations into accidents, incidents, and near misses.
- Identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Audits & Inspections
- Carry out internal audits and safety inspections.
- Prepare for and lead external audits.
- Manage corrective actions and continuous improvement.
Regulatory & Major Hazards
- Ensure compliance with major hazard regulations (e.g., COMAH).
- Maintain relationships with regulators and ensure policies are up to date.
Training & Team Development
- Deliver SHEQ training and development programmes.
- Coach and support the SHEQ team and wider business.
- Build internal capability and succession plans.
Sustainability & ESG
- Support environmental and sustainability initiatives.
- Help with ESG reporting and performance tracking.
- Drive improvements in waste, emissions, and resource use.
Reporting & Improvement
- Monitor and report SHEQ performance to senior leadership.
- Drive continuous improvement across SHEQ systems.
- Support business cases for safety and quality improvements.
Requirements
Essential:
- NEBOSH Diploma, NVQ Level 6, or equivalent professional safety qualification.
- Proven experience leading SHEQ systems within a manufacturing or regulated environment.
- Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001.
Desirable:
- Chartered status (CMIOSH) or working toward.
- Lead Auditor qualification for ISO standards.
- Experience in high-performance sectors such as motorsport (F1), aerospace, or marine.
How to Apply:
Please apply above or alternatively contact a member of the team: sam@engineering-365.co.uk or aimeecatlow@engineering-365.co.uk.