SHEQ Coordinator in Stretford

About the Role

Reporting to the Regional SHEQ Manager, and a key member of the SHEQ Team, SHEQ Coordinators are key for leading and driving a culture which never compromises on the health and safety and environment of employees, contractors, customers, and partners by ensuring the workforce is fully engaged in understanding their responsibilities and empowered to take action when required. The role is also required to continue to develop, build and execute proactive and sustainable hazard risk management systems in line with business objectives in order to monitor safety, health, environmental quality and corporate risk with the ultimate aim of hazard control, zero injuries and autonomous safety.

Key accountabilities

• Work under the direction of the Regional SHEQ Manager to achieve business objectives.
• Assist and drive plans for SHEQ related activities to ensure the organisation achieves excellent levels of health, safety and environmental performance.
• Ensure all accidents, incidents, near misses and non-conformities are correctly reported and investigated in accordance with company procedure.
• Effectively maintain accident report files, incident files, accident investigations, corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence, and other related safety concerns.
• Produce monthly reports from the health & safety and environment department with regards to company performance.
• Develop a relationship with the direct line operational leaders, contribute to functional developments to ensure full compliance of the business with Group requirements.
• Review and create necessary SHEQ documents (risk assessments, safe systems of work & CoSHH).
• Develop and maintain the business unit’s management systems.
• Be responsible for document control for our management systems.
• Conduct and document environmental checks on our operational sites.
• Organise external surveys and assessments when required ensuring records of corrective action.
• Manage the contractor control database ensuring all documents are maintained.
• Manage the off-taker waste destination list ensuring all documents are maintained.

Experience and Skills

• Experience in a similar role would be beneficial however other experience will be considered.
• Qualified to IOSH Managing Safely NEBOSH General Certificate level or willingness to obtain.
• Self-motivated and confident.
• Microsoft Office skills.
• Full Driving Licence.

About Us

We are Panda. We value waste. We’re in the business of waste management but that doesn’t just mean collecting bins. Behind every collection is a passionate team of people finding smarter, safer, and more sustainable ways to recycle and repurpose materials that would otherwise go to waste. Over the past 30 years, Panda has grown into a leading resource recovery business, bringing together almost 3,000 people across multiple brands, united by a shared vision and strong values. While our operations are diverse, our purpose is clear: to protect our people, support our customers, and create positive impact for the communities and environments we serve.

At Panda, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work as one team, combining different skills, experiences, and perspectives to achieve shared goals. We care for each other’s wellbeing, encourage development, and support growth because we know we’re stronger together. We expect excellence in how we operate. High standards, bold thinking, and continuous improvement drive our passion for innovation. We challenge the ordinary, put safety first, and embrace new ideas while delivering practical, cost-effective solutions that move our business forward. We own what we do. From day-to-day tasks to major projects, we take pride in our work and responsibility for the outcome. We don’t walk past problems we address them together. Our expertise, reliability, and care reflect who we are and the difference we make. And above all, we act with trust and integrity. Trust is built through open communication, honesty, and accountability. It allows us to move quickly, make confident decisions, and deliver results — knowing our people are empowered to do the right thing. Our journey depends on talented, committed people who want to make an impact. Take the first step and join us on the journey. Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve.