SHEQ Manager

SHEQ Manager - York

Project: A wide range of conservation and construction projects valued from £30k - £6m
Location: York with travel across North Yorkshire (occasional further travel)
Job Type: Permanent
Reporting into: Directors

About the Company

Our client is a well-established specialist in conservation and restoration, with a reputation for preserving and enhancing some of the UK's most historic and culturally significant buildings. They deliver projects ranging from small conservation works through to multi-million-pound schemes, with a focus on quality, craftsmanship, and sustainability. With over 100 live projects at any given time, their work spans churches, listed properties, and heritage landmarks across Yorkshire and beyond. They are a friendly, supportive team who pride themselves on their collaborative approach and dedication to protecting the built environment.

The Opportunity

As SHEQ Manager, you will take ownership of developing, implementing, and continuously improving Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality systems across all operations. This is a busy and highly rewarding role, ideal for someone hungry to progress their career in SHEQ. You'll be hands-on with regular site visits, working closely with project teams, directors, and external stakeholders to ensure compliance and promote a culture of health, safety, and quality. With multiple projects running, including those in the £1m-£6m range, this is an opportunity to make a real impact within a growing, forward-thinking conservation specialist.

What We're Looking For

Relevant Qualifications:

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NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent in Health & Safety - essential
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Additional SHEQ qualifications (e.g., ISO, Environmental, Quality) - desirable
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Further training and qualifications will be supported

Experience:

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Proven experience in SHEQ management, ideally within construction, conservation, or heritage
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Strong knowledge of UK SHEQ legislation and ISO standards
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Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations
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Ability to work in a busy, reactive role and under pressure

Key Skills:

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Excellent communication and leadership skills
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Strong organisational and time management abilities
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Confident delivering training and toolbox talks
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IT literate with the ability to adapt to new systems
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Proactive, ethical, and detail-oriented approach

Key Responsibilities

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Develop and maintain SHEQ policies and procedures in line with legislation and best practice
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Conduct risk assessments, site audits, and inspections to ensure safe working environments
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