Audit & Assurance HSEQ Manager

Severn Trent Plc; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Audit & Assurance HSEQ Manager to lead a dedicated team. The role involves overseeing compliance and assurance processes within construction, ensuring adherence to HSEQ standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a solid background in audit management. Benefits include 28 days of holiday, annual bonuses, a leading pension scheme, and opportunities for community engagement.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave opportunity

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Proven experience in audit, assurance, and compliance management within construction or utilities.
• Strong knowledge of HSEQ standards, NRSWA, and HSE regulations.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills to influence and drive cultural change.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends and implement improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of six Audit & Assurance HSEQ Technicians.
• Oversee first-line assurance audits for construction teams.
• Ensure robust site compliance across all mains renewal programmes.
• Monitor compliance performance, analyse findings, identify trends.
• Manage escalations from the Audit & Assurance HSEQ team.

Skills

Audit and compliance management

HSEQ standards

Leadership skills

Analytical mindset

Strong communication

Job description

Role Overview

We’re looking for an experienced Audit & Assurance HSEQ Manager to join our team at Severn Trent Water. Reporting to the Performance & Assurance Business Leader, you’ll lead a team of six Audit & Assurance HSEQ Technicians who deliver first-line assurance across our Mains Renewal function.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

As Audit & Assurance HSEQ Manager, you’ll:

• Lead and manage a team of six Audit & Assurance HSEQ Technicians.


• Oversee first-line assurance audits for construction teams, supporting Network Construction Managers with detailed compliance checks.


• Ensure robust site compliance across all mains renewal programmes in line with NRSWA and HSE regulations.


• Monitor compliance performance, analyse findings, identify trends, and share insights to drive improvements in site safety and set‑up.


• Manage escalations from the Audit & Assurance HSEQ team and support resolution.


• Champion continuous improvement, constructively challenging behaviours and processes to enhance standards.


• Maintain adherence to CDM compliance and Construction Phase Plans (CPP).

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Proven experience in audit, assurance, and compliance management within construction or utilities.


• Strong knowledge of HSEQ standards, NRSWA, and HSE regulations.


• Excellent leadership and communication skills to influence and drive cultural change.


• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends and implement improvements.


• A passion for continuous improvement and maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

We want people who roll their sleeves up. Do you have a passion to be part of something bigger, something ground breaking whether that’s for the environment or your community.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involved. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

It’s not just a job you’ll get here, you’ll get a career too. We have a range of benefits that reward and recognise great work and award‑winning training to ensure you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the community in which we live.

Here’s some of our favourites:

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 additional days per year)


• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 depending on company performance)


• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)


• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate


• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers


• Family friendly policies


• Two volunteering days per year

WHAT’S NEXT

We can’t wait to hear from you.

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. If you’re not too sure what you need to do, or have a question about the role before applying, please do reach out to our amazing team of recruiters at [e-mail].

And if your curiosity has peaked and you’re wanting to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.

Ps. we’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date – so keep an eye on your phone and emails!