SHEQ Manager in Enderby

SHEQ ManagerLocation: Leicester, Leicestershire

Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 + Bonus & Benefits

Job Type: Permanent

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Reports To: Head of Operations

Direct Reports: Engineering @ 365 is recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading advanced materials manufacturer based in Leicester, operating within highly regulated, high-performance sectors including Formula One motorsport, aerospace, and marine.

We are seeking an experienced SHEQ Manager to lead and shape the company\’s health, safety, environmental, and quality strategy. This is a senior leadership role, responsible for driving compliance, operational excellence, and a proactive safety-first culture across all operations.

Key Responsibilities (Simplified)Strategic Leadership & Governance

Lead and deliver the company\’s SHEQ strategy.

Maintain and improve management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001).

Support senior leaders with SHEQ planning and decision-making.

Communication & Engagement

Deliver clear SHEQ communications (toolbox talks, briefings, dashboards).

Build a strong safety and quality culture across the business.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure all operations meet legal and customer SHEQ requirements.

Lead risk assessments (e.g., COSHH, manual handling, fire).

Recommend and implement risk controls and improvements.

Incident Management & Investigation

Lead investigations into accidents, incidents, and near misses.

Identify root causes and implement corrective actions.

Audits & Inspections

Carry out internal audits and safety inspections.

Prepare for and lead external audits.

Manage corrective actions and continuous improvement.

Regulatory & Major Hazards

Ensure compliance with major hazard regulations (e.g., COMAH).

Maintain relationships with regulators and ensure policies are up to date.

Training & Team Development

Deliver SHEQ training and development programmes.

Coach and support the SHEQ team and wider business.

Build internal capability and succession plans.

Sustainability & ESG

Support environmental and sustainability initiatives.

Help with ESG reporting and performance tracking.

Drive improvements in waste, emissions, and resource use.

Reporting & Improvement

Monitor and report SHEQ performance to senior leadership.

Drive continuous improvement across SHEQ systems.

Support business cases for safety and quality improvements.

RequirementsEssential:

NEBOSH Diploma, NVQ Level 6, or equivalent professional safety qualification.

Proven experience leading SHEQ systems within a manufacturing or regulated environment.

Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 4501, and ISO 14001.

Desirable:

Chartered status (CMIOSH) or working toward.

Lead Auditor qualification for ISO standards.

Experience in high-performance sectors such as motorsport (F1), aerospace, or marine.

How to ApplyPlease apply above or alternatively contact a member of the team at Engineering @ 365 for a confidential discussion.

Equal Opportunity EmployerEngineering @ 365 is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

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