Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) Manager

Enerveo Ireland Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading highways electrical engineering firm is seeking a SHE Manager to provide strategic leadership and operational assurance across the UK. This role involves delivering the SHE strategy, managing health and safety compliance, and leading a team of advisors. To be considered, candidates need proven SHE leadership experience, a NEBOSH diploma, and knowledge of relevant ISO standards. This temporary full-time position is field-based, covering the UK, with an attractive salary around £60,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in SHE leadership within construction or utilities.
• Ability to influence and challenge at executive levels.
• Deep knowledge of ISO standards and CDM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the delivery of the SHE strategy.
• Act as a senior advisor on SHE matters.
• Oversee incident reporting and risk management processes.

Skills

Proven senior SHE leadership experience within construction, utilities, highways or infrastructure

Strong ability to influence at executive level

Experience working in high-risk environments

Knowledge of CDM Regulations and ISO standards

Experience leading digital safety systems

Education

NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)

Chartered status (CMIOSH or working towards)

Job description

Embark on a Journey with Enerveo: Crafting Excellence for Over 25 Years!

Job Title: SHE Manager

Base Location: Field Based – To Cover the UK

Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on experience

Working Pattern: Temporary Role - 6 Months with potential to extend- Full Time (37 Hours)

Welcome to Enerveo – a leader in Highways Electrical engineering. We deliver safe, reliable and innovative street lighting and highway electrical solutions for communities across the UK. As we continue to grow, we’re strengthening our team to support the outstanding service our operational teams provide every day. Join us and help keep the UK’s roads bright, safe and moving.

Could you be our nextSHE Manager to join the team and drive this success forwards?

What will I be doing in this role?

This is a senior leadership role, working closely with the Highway Electrical Senior Leadership Team, where you’ll provide strategic direction, operational assurance and professional expertise across a geographically dispersed workforce across the UK from Newquay to Newcastle Upon Tyne.

Your role will focus on

Strategic Leadership

• Lead and support the delivery of the SHE strategy, aligned to Enerveo’s business objectives.
• Act as a trusted senior advisor to the Highway Electrical Senior Leadership Team on all SHE matters.
• Lead, coach and develop the SHE team (Advisors and Admin), driving performance and capability.
• Own and support the Highway Electrical Safety Management System, ensuring alignment with ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and relevant industry standards.
• Oversee risk management processes including operational risk registers, major accident hazard controls and safety by design principles.

Incident & Risk Management

• Provide leadership on serious incidents, investigations and learning reviews.
• Ensure robust close call, incident reporting and learning systems are embedded and actively used.
• Drive targeted programmes to reduce high-risk activities such as service strikes, working at height and fleet risks etc.

Health, Wellbeing & Environment

• Lead occupational health and wellbeing strategies, including HAVS, mental health and fitness for work.
• Ensure environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives and environmental risk controls are embedded across operations.

Stakeholder & Client Engagement

• Represent Enerveo Highway Electrical at senior client forums, regulatory meetings and industry groups.
• Building strong, credible relationships with operational leaders, trade unions, regulators and assurance providers.

What do I need to be successful in the role?

• Proven senior SHE leadership experience within construction, utilities, highways or infrastructure.
• Strong ability to influence at executive level and constructively challenge operational leaders.
• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) and Chartered status (CMIOSH or working towards).
• Experience working in high-risk environments such as highway electrical, power or telecoms.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations, ISO standards and major hazard frameworks.
• Experience leading and embedding digital safety systems and assurance platforms.

Here at Enerveo, we know that some applicants don’t apply unless they think they tick all the boxes- but we are saying don’t worry! We would much rather see your application than risk missing out on your potential! We know our strength comes from our differences and shared life experiences so we are committed to offering a safe work environment, where individuals are respected.

Please note- This is a temporary role and successful applications will be employed via our preferred supplier recruitment agency.