Senior SHE Manager in England

About The Role

BRUSH Group provides the energy solutions that help power our built world. From power transformers to switchgear and engineering solutions, the BRUSH brand has stood for engineering excellence. We are committed to supporting the global effort for industrial decarbonisation and sustainable development and have set ambitious objectives to achieve our target of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

What's the role?

Reporting to the Group SHE Director, the Senior SHE Manager is responsible for overseeing safety, health, and environmental performance across all Brush Power Solutions (BPS) sites. This role involves developing and implementing a SHE strategy that ensures each location adheres to a unified standard, operates under a single governance model, and maintains clear, proactive communication and accountability. Additionally, the manager will establish measurable key performance indicators within the construction environment.

This role will also provide independent assurance to the Group SHE Director that risks are effectively controlled, compliance is maintained, and a culture of continuous improvement is embedded throughout the organisation. This aligns with the goal of promoting a proactive and consistent approach to implementing Group SHE policies and standards, including the ‘Safe Six’ principles at all BPS sites. Furthermore, the role supports the broader Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda, which includes commitments to environmental performance and achieving Net Zero emissions.

Working Conditions

40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Our sites are situated across the South of England and so you will be predominantly covering the South belt of the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Governance, Leadership & Assurance: Operate as the senior functional lead for SHE in the BPS businesses, working as a business partner to the BPS Director, accountable to the Group SHE Director. Provide independent assurance to the Group SHE Director on SHE compliance, performance, and risk exposure. Ensure consistent implementation of Group SHE Directives, BPS Policies, standards, and the 'Safe Six' across all BPS sites. Act as the escalation point for significant SHE risks, incidents, and non-conformances within BPS.
• Operational Integration & Support: Work in close partnership with BPS Leadership Team and Site Operational teams to embed SHE into all projects and change initiatives. Provide leadership, guidance, and professional oversight to site-based SHE Managers. Ensure SHE considerations are integrated into operational decision‑making, capital projects, and site changes.
• Compliance & Management Systems: Provide specialist advice on statutory SHE requirements. Lead the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of SHE management systems aligned to ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. Plan and conduct SHE audits to verify compliance and identify improvement opportunities. Maintain and report BPS SHE performance within the BRUSH Group KPI framework. Ensure data protection and company policy compliance within the operational function.
• Performance, Reporting & Continuous Improvement: Drive measurable improvement in SHE performance across BPS, including policies, procedures, RAMS, and safe systems of work with a proactive mindset. Review and sign off on accident investigations, ensuring corrective actions are robust, proportionate, and closed out effectively. Promote proactive hazard identification, near‑miss reporting, and learning from incidents. Prepare and submit SHE reports to meet customer, regulatory, and Group requirements.
• Occupational Health, Environment & ESG: Develop and implement strategies to improve occupational health management and health surveillance. Ensure environmental risks are effectively managed, controlled, and reduced. Support the business's Net Zero and sustainability objectives through close collaboration with the sustainability function.
• External & Specialist Engagement: Coordinate with SHE legal advisors in relation to work‑related claims and legal matters. Support PQQ and customer assurance processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and quality. Engage with third‑party providers, contractors, and customers on SHE matters as required.

What we're looking for

• CMIOSH or working towards – Essential
• Relevant experience in a construction environment – Essential
• NEBOSH General certificate – Essential
• NEBOSH Diploma – Desirable
• Lead Auditor – Desirable
• NEBOSH / ISEP Environmental Qualification – Desirable
• Experience implementing Lean methodologies and structured SHE programmes.
• Demonstrable experience working with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
• Experience in planning and delivering SHE audits.
• Strong working knowledge of SHE legislation.
• Proven track record of proactive SHE leadership and continuous improvement.
• Experience operating across multiple sites and organisational boundaries.
• Ability to work autonomously while maintaining strong functional alignment.

Knowledge and Experience

• Strong leadership mindset with the ability to influence at senior and operational levels.
• Proven capability to lead change and drive consistent standards across multiple sites.
• Highly organised, self‑motivated, and proactive.
• Excellent influencing, negotiating, and stakeholder management skills.
• Clear, confident communicator with strong written and verbal capability.
• Methodical problem‑solver with attention to detail.
• Strong IT capability across Microsoft Office tools.
• Practical understanding of manufacturing and site‑based operations.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and application of best practice across the BPS business.

What is it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Holiday allowance starting at 26 days per annum plus bank holidays (pro rata for part‑time roles)
• Flexible and Hybrid working options (role dependant)
• Life insurance – 4 x annual salary
• Enhanced Company Pension scheme
• 24/7 free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• GP24 Service – Access to remote, private GP services 24/7, 365 days a year plus Second Medical Opinions.
• BRUSHRewards – Discover plenty of ways to get more active and make great savings on everyday essentials as well as gifts for loved ones, holidays and special treats for yourself.
• Family friendly policies including Enhanced Maternity/Paternity
• Bike2work scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Developing our people is important to us – we support and encourage development by offering ongoing professional development and training.

About The Company

BRUSH Power Solutions is able to deliver at every stage of a project’s lifecycle. From initial design and consultancy through to construction, testing, commissioning and connection, the team are on hand to provide comprehensive end‑to‑end HV infrastructure solutions for projects from 11kV to 400kV. Along with the expertise BRUSH Power Solutions offers, our wider Power division also includes specialist ICP‑accredited energy infrastructure contractor, McGowan Infrastructure. Often working in fragile and protected environments, the team utilise sustainable technologies to operate in a way that minimises environmental impact, increases biodiversity, and restores natural habitats.