SHEQ Manager

SHEQ Manager | Colchester Area | Up to £85,000 + Bonus + Car Allowance

Are you an experienced SHEQ professional with a strong background in COMAH, process safety and leading health, safety, environmental and quality functions?

I'm recruiting for a SHEQ Manager to join an established organisation based at their Harwich site. This is a senior leadership opportunity to take ownership of the SHEQ function, driving a positive safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance and leading continuous improvement across a top-tier COMAH facility.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing the site SHEQ strategy, acting as a key advisor to senior leadership and ensuring the business remains compliant with all relevant legislation, permits and industry standards.

As the SHEQ Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Leading the SHEQ function and developing a strong culture of health and safety, compliance and continuous improvement
• Developing and implementing SHEQ strategies aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements
• Managing COMAH compliance, including Safety Reports, regulatory liaison and emergency response planning
• Overseeing HAZOP, Permit to Work (PTW), Management of Change (MOC), risk assessments and site audits
• Driving improvements across health, safety, environmental and quality systems, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 50001 standards
• Leading incident investigations, root cause analysis and corrective action plans to improve site performance

To be considered for the SHEQ Manager role, you will need:

• Proven experience managing SHEQ within a top-tier COMAH environment
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a SHEQ leadership role
• Strong knowledge of COMAH regulations, process safety and environmental legislation
• NEBOSH General Certificate (Diploma preferred)
• Experience with ISO management systems and auditing
• Knowledge of HAZOP, LOPA and SIL assessments
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and risk reduction

The package includes:

• Salary up to £85,000
• Bonus scheme
• Car allowance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

If you're an experienced SHEQ Manager looking for a senior role where you can influence safety culture and operational excellence within a COMAH environment, please apply today.

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