SHEQ Advisor

OCU Group; Seacroft; On-site; GBP 32,000 - GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities service and construction company is seeking a Regional SHEQ Advisor in Seacroft, England. The role involves providing SHEQ support, monitoring performance, and reporting to operational management. Candidates should have knowledge of SHEQ management principles, a NEBOSH Certificate, and excellent communication skills. This position offers an opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment where safety is paramount and inclusion drives success.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of SHEQ management principles in utilities service/construction.
• NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent required.
• Capability in Microsoft Office software.

Responsibilities

• Provide SHEQ support and advice for the Operating region.
• Monitor SHEQ performance at a Regional/Project level.
• Report on performance and deficiencies.

Skills

Knowledge of SHEQ management principles

Excellent communication skills

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Ability to build relationships

Education

NEBOSH Certificate

Associate/Tech/Grad Membership of IOSH and IEMA

Job description

Are you looking for a career where you can develop and grow? Perhaps you are ready for the next step? A real chance to define your career the way you want?

The SHEQ Advisor within the Regional SHEQ Team will have responsibility for supporting effective SHEQ delivery within the region supported. Supporting the operational management in their endeavours to keep our people, assets, and the environment safe from harm.

The Regional SHEQ Advisor responsibilities include:

• SHEQ support and advice for the Operating region
• Monitoring SHEQ performance at a Regional / Project level
• Reporting to operational management on good performance / best practice as well as deficiencies and areas of weakness identified.
• Provision of key support with regards to the development and implementation of improvement actions, initiatives and plans.
• Reinforcing positive and challenging negative behaviours against our Mindset principals when observed
• Incident investigation and the sharing of lessons learnt.

Experience you need to be considered?

• Knowledge and application of SHEQ management principles and best practice within an utilities service / construction operational arena
• NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent as a minimum, Associate / Tech / Grad Member of IOSH and IEMA desirable.
• IT Skills – capable use of Microsoft Office software suit (word, excel etc.) and ability to interact with company systems
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel

As a person, we would love it if you have:

• Excellent Communication Skills (Verbal, Written & Face to Face).
• Professional approach, self-organised and motivated to influence stake holders
• Interpersonal - builds relationships internal / external

What happens next?

If the above sounds like you, then please apply for the role. If you are suitable, I will contact you to provide more details like salary, package, benefits and some more information about the company. If you love what you hear, we have a real simple interview process.

1. Our first stage consists of a video call with our hiring manager - An opportunity for you both to find out more about each other.
2. An in person meeting to see where you will be working.

That's it! Your bright future with us begins.

Driven by values, powered inclusion.

At OCU, our values guide everything we do: integrity, collaboration, respect, innovation and one company united. They shape how we work with our clients, communities, and each other. We believe that inclusion is more than a principle — it’s the foundation of our success. By embracing equity and ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive, we create a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone feels they belong.

Together, we build stronger teams, deliver better outcomes, and grow in ways that reflect the communities we serve. If you want to be part of a culture where values matter and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do apply now and help us shape the future together.

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