SHEQ Advisor in Manchester

Greenergy delivers safe, efficient and reliable fuel solutions to customers across road, aviation and marine sectors. As an international transportation fuel supplier, we combine traditional and renewable energy solutions to support our customers through the energy transition. Commitment to innovation and a drive to do things differently have seen Greenergy grow from a bedroom start-up to supply transport fuels in the UK, Ireland and Canada, as well as being a leading European manufacturer of waste-based renewables.

Join us as a Group SHEQ Advisor and play a key role in supporting Health, Safety, Environment and Quality governance across a diverse, multi-site operational business. Working closely with the Senior Manager – SHEQ Governance & Management Systems, you’ll support a wide range of SHEQ activities including auditing, contractor management, fire safety, training, and cultural improvement initiatives across the Group. This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys building relationships across operational teams and is confident working in fast-paced industrial or high-hazard environments. You’ll need a pragmatic approach, strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities while helping drive continual improvement across the business. The role involves regular travel across the UK, along with occasional international travel to support sites and operational activities. We have one opportunity available which can be based from either our London or Manchester office, so please apply via the advert most relevant to your location.

Key Responsibilities

• Group SHEQ Governance & Support: Support the development and rollout of Group SHEQ strategies, policies and procedures. Provide support and guidance to operational teams on health, safety, environment and quality matters. Assist in monitoring compliance with statutory, regulatory and internal SHEQ requirements across all business units.
• Group Auditor: Support the delivery of internal SHEQ audits across sites, offices and business functions. Assist with audit finding and follow-up activities aligned with ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001) where applicable. Identify non-conformities, areas of improvement and good practice, support teams with corrective and preventive action plans.
• Construction & Contractor Management (incl. Temporary Works): Support operational teams with construction, maintenance and contractor management activities across the Group. Monitor and advise on contractor competency, pre-qualification, and onboarding processes. Support operational teams to develop Construction Phase Plans, RAMS, and Temporary Works arrangements. Conduct site inspections of construction and temporary works to verify compliance with CDM and internal standards.
• Fire Safety (Office & Building): Support fire safety compliance activities across office and building assets, ensuring alignment with relevant fire safety legislation. Assist with fire risk assessment actions and compliance tracking. Oversee the testing, maintenance and records management of fire safety systems (alarms, extinguishers, emergency lighting). Deliver or coordinate fire warden training and evacuation drills. Work with Facilities teams to ensure physical controls remain effective and up to date.
• Group Culture Programme Support: Support the design and rollout of Group safety culture programmes, campaigns and communications. Assist with behavioural safety initiatives, campaigns and engagement activities. Monitor engagement levels and feedback to shape continuous improvement activity. Promote good practice and act as an ambassador for Greenergy’s safety culture vision. Support the Annual Group Safety Week.
• Group Training Delivery: Support the coordination and delivery of SHEQ training across the Group, including mandatory and role-specific programmes. Assist with the development of training materials and e-learning content as required. Evaluate training effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement.
• General Responsibilities: Participate in incident investigations and root-cause analysis where required. Lead or support SHEQ projects and improvement initiatives. Build strong, collaborative relationships across operational teams. Champion continual improvement and proactively identify risks, trends and opportunities.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Essential: Experience in a SHEQ, HSE or compliance-related role, ideally in a multi-site or industrial environment. Knowledge of construction/CDM, fire safety, occupational health and auditing. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent). Ability to work independently and manage multiple workstreams concurrently. Capacity for regular national and occasional international travel. Experience supporting cultural and behavioural safety initiatives. Good reporting and analytical skills.
• Desirable: Membership of a recognised professional body (e.g. IOSH, IEMA or equivalent). Auditor qualification. Experience within energy, fuel supply, logistics, manufacturing or other high-hazard industries.

Skills and Attributes:

• Confident and credible communicator.
• Collaborative and culturally aware.
• Pragmatic and solutions-focused.
• Resilient and able to operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive and collaborative approach.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary, enhanced by a discretionary bonus scheme that rewards both business and individual performance.
• Private medical insurance: Prioritise your health with comprehensive private medical insurance, including access to online GP services from AXA for you and your family.
• Enhanced company pension: Secure your future with enhanced company pension contributions that support your long-term financial goals.
• Cycle to work scheme: Embrace a sustainable lifestyle with our cycle to work scheme.
• Season ticket loan: Spread the cost of your commute and take advantage of annual discounts with an interest free season ticket loan.
• Volunteering and charity: We encourage you to give back to the community through volunteering days and charitable initiatives.
• Enhanced holiday allowance: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, in addition to bank holidays.
• Global travel insurance: Travel with peace of mind, courtesy of worldwide multi-trip travel insurance coverage for you and your family.
• Employee discount platform: Access exclusive discounts through our employee discount platform.
• Enhanced parental leave: Generous maternity and paternity pay to support you and your family when you need it most.

Greenergy are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our colleagues is critical to our success as a global company. Employment at Greenergy is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnerships.