SHESQ Manager - Power Infrastructure (132kV Project) in Skipton

Our client, a leading infrastructure and utilities organisation, is seeking an experienced SHESQ Manager to support the delivery of a major 132kV power infrastructure project in the Suffolk area.

This is a standalone site-based role offering the opportunity to take ownership of SHESQ performance across a significant cable route and ducting project from inception through to completion. The successful candidate will provide visible leadership, drive a positive safety culture, and ensure compliance with company, client, and legislative requirements.

This role is ideally suited to an experienced SHESQ professional who enjoys autonomy, strong site engagement, and making a direct impact on project performance.

SHESQ Leadership & Compliance

• Lead all Safety, Health, Environmental, Sustainability, and Quality (SHESQ) activities across a major 132kV infrastructure project.
• Act as the primary SHESQ representative on site, supporting project teams, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Promote a positive safety culture through visible leadership and proactive engagement.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, client standards, and statutory requirements.

Audits, Inspections & Assurance

• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and assurance activities.
• Monitor compliance with risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Support project teams in maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational performance.

Incident Investigation & Continuous Improvement

• Investigate incidents, near misses, and non-conformances.
• Undertake root cause analysis and ensure lessons learned are communicated and embedded.
• Monitor SHESQ performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Produce regular reports and recommendations for project leadership teams.

Training & Operational Support

• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, SHEQ briefings, and awareness initiatives.
• Support the development and review of project SHEQ plans.
• Provide practical guidance on risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Build strong relationships across all project stakeholders to encourage safe and compliant working practices.

Essential

• Previous experience in a SHEQ Manager, Senior SHEQ Advisor, SHEQ Advisor, HSQE Advisor, or HSE Advisor role.
• Proven experience within power, utilities, construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, or engineering environments.
• Demonstrable experience on HV/LV electrical infrastructure projects.
• Previous involvement in cable installation, ducting, power, or electrical infrastructure works.
• Experience working within live construction or infrastructure project environments.
• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• IOSH Membership or actively working towards professional membership.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and best practice.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Ability to work independently and manage SHESQ activities within a standalone role.
• Full UK Driver's Licence.

Desirable

• Experience working on 132kV, HV, EHV, transmission, or substation projects.
• Knowledge of principal contractor responsibilities and project delivery environments.
• Experience implementing and maintaining ISO management systems.
• Environmental qualifications such as IEMA.
• Utilities, water, or energy infrastructure experience.
• Engineering, military, or technical background.

• Opportunity to lead SHESQ delivery on a major UK power infrastructure project.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Long-term career opportunities within a growing infrastructure environment.
• Exposure to high-profile energy and utilities projects.
• Autonomy and responsibility within a key project leadership role.
• Supportive and professional working environment.