SHEQ Manager

United Living Group is comprised of four complementary businesses, all dedicated to realising our vision of creating a connected, sustainable future; Property Services, Infrastructure Services, New Homes and Connected.

We are looking for a SHEQ Manager to join our Property Services pillar:

• United Living Property Services revitalises homes and communities through the regeneration of living spaces, breathing new life into neighbourhoods.

Our mission is to be the partner and employer of choice for designing, building, maintaining, and connecting communities and critical infrastructure to create a more sustainable and inclusive society.

Purpose:

To support the ULPS business, providing specialist coaching, advice and guidance that will drive, motivate, inspire, and encourage all members of staff and our supply chain, to deliver legislative compliance and promote continuous improvement. To create, achieve and sustain world class Safety, Health, Environmental & Quality performance, resulting in net zero and improved sustainability.

To drive the implementation of the company strategy to enable responsibility and accountability to reside with line managers and staff, with particular emphasis on behavioural safety and to be a business source of expertise in relation to Safety, Health & Environment to work towards Zero Harm.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Manage SHEQ Advisors to support projects in the delivery of the companies SHEQ strategy and ensure managers assume full responsibility for the discharge of responsibilities, associated with their normal activities. 
• Provide appropriate SHEQ input into the tender and contract award process.
• Act as a single point of contact for advice and expertise on SHEQ matters to the project teams to ensure the effectiveness of the Construction Phase Plans during the lifecycle of the project.
• Manage the preparation of, and in certain circumstances undertake, accident / incident investigations, to establish root causes and communicate learning points to prevent re-occurrence.
• Challenge existing working methods to incorporate Health, Safety and Environmental good practice during both the design & construction phases without compromising business priorities 
• Contribute to a safe & secure culture through behaviour-based coaching at all levels within the project.
• Liaise with the wider construction industry to ensure that lessons are shared and implemented.
• Co-ordinate, develop & maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders.  
• Have an in-depth knowledge & provide expert advice on the CDM regulation covering various roles such as Client, Principal Designer & Principal Contractor.
• Assist the project team representatives with the review of contractor’s competence and identification of training needs  
• Provide monthly H&S data & safety stats to Head of SHEQ as needed for respective divisions.
• Develop internal relationships to resolve issues, develop internal learning and identify opportunities for collaboration.
• Collaborate with other SHEQ Managers to share information, knowledge & best practice.
• Keep abreast of latest technology to aid the processes within ULPS.
• Proactive engagement with Supply-chain regarding findings within respective division as well as sharing best practice.
• Introduce local initiative / campaigns as well as supporting the wider ULPS / Group plans.
• Conduct trend analysis for respective division to mitigate foreseeable risks at early stages.
• Attend bid-handover & pre-start / mobilisation site meetings to ensure projects are compliant to required standards.

• Experience in Construction, ideally a background with ULPS nature of works such as Cladding, high-rise, Building Safety Act, Asbestos etc
• Experience in Managerial role
• NVQ / Diploma
• Environmental qualification such as IEMA
• ISO knowledge desirable

Additional Information

If you are a SHEQ Manager seeking a dynamic and diverse work environment, we're offering:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career progression aligned with the company’s growth
• Immediate interview for qualified candidates

How to Apply:

If you are ready to be part of our expanding team and contribute to our success, apply today for immediate consideration. Join us on this exciting journey of growth and innovation!

As a business United Living prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if we require support. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.