SHEQ Manager in Dartford, Kent

SHEQ Manager

Location: Dartford, Kent
Salary: £60,000 to £65,000 + 10% annual bonus
Job Type: Permanent

Lead SHEQ at a Brand-New, State-of-the-Art Facility.

We are partnering with an established, industry-leading business to appoint an experienced SHEQ Manager to take ownership of Safety, Health, Environment and Quality across a brand-new, state-of-the-art operational facility in Dartford.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and proactive SHEQ Manager to play a key role in establishing and embedding best-in-class SHEQ standards from the outset. With a focus on operational excellence, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement, you will have the opportunity to shape the site's SHEQ strategy, influence operational leadership and build a positive, proactive safety and environmental culture.

The Role

As SHEQ Manager, you will take responsibility for developing, implementing and maintaining the site's SHEQ management systems, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards and company policies.

Working closely with site leadership and operational teams, you will provide strategic direction alongside hands-on support, driving accountability, minimising risk and ensuring SHEQ is embedded into day-to-day operations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and implement the site's SHEQ strategy, setting clear objectives and driving a culture of continuous improvement.
• Play a key role in establishing SHEQ systems, procedures and standards for a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility, ensuring compliance and operational readiness.
• Oversee risk assessments, method statements, safe systems of work and operational risk management processes.
• Lead site audits, inspections and compliance reviews, ensuring findings are addressed through effective corrective and preventative actions.
• Lead investigations into accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing measures to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor SHEQ KPIs, analyse trends and provide clear performance reports, recommendations and improvement plans to senior management.
• Develop workforce competence and engagement through training, coaching and effective communication of SHEQ expectations.
• Liaise with regulators, auditors, customers and other relevant stakeholders on SHEQ matters.

About You

We are looking for a confident and commercially aware SHEQ professional with the technical expertise and leadership skills to take ownership of SHEQ within a complex operational environment.

You will ideally have:

• Proven experience in a SHEQ, HSEQ or H&S management role, or significant senior advisory experience with the capability to step into management.
• A strong working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and environmental compliance requirements.
• Experience developing and implementing SHEQ management systems, policies and procedures.
• A track record of leading audits, managing risk, investigating incidents and delivering effective corrective actions.
• A proactive, hands-on approach, combined with the confidence to challenge unsafe practices and drive accountability.
• A recognised health and safety qualification, such as NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent; a Diploma-level qualification or equivalent professional experience would be advantageous.

The Opportunity

This is more than a traditional SHEQ management role. It offers the opportunity to take a leading position at a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility, helping establish the standards, systems and culture that will underpin its long-term operational success.

You will have the scope to make a tangible impact, influence decision-making and drive meaningful improvements across safety, environmental performance and operational quality.

The Package

• 10% annual bonus.
• Permanent position.
• Opportunity to lead SHEQ at a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility.
• A key role with an established, industry-leading business.

If you are an experienced SHEQ professional looking for a role where you can take ownership, influence operational performance and make a lasting impact, we would be keen to hear from you.

To apply, submit your CV or contact Jack Mudie on (phone number removed), Monday to Friday, 9am–4pm.