At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop health and safety strategies to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
- Company: Join a pioneering energy company focused on sustainable heat networks.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Work with industry experts and enjoy excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of the UK's transition to a low-carbon future and influence key strategies.
- Qualifications: NEBOSH Diploma and experience in QEHS management within utilities or energy sectors.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 50000 £ per year.
Health & Safety Manager
Location
Bradford area, West Yorkshire (with travel to operational sites)
Hours
Full Time, Monday - Friday
Salary
Up to £50,000 DOE plus £7,200 car allowance
About the Company
MPJ Recruitment are proud to be working with one of the UK's leading operators of residential communal heating infrastructure.
As pioneers in the transition to a low-carbon future, our client operates and manages sustainable heat networks that serve communities across the UK.
With innovation, compliance and customer service at the heart of everything they do, this is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business playing a key role in achieving the UK's net-zero ambitions.
The Opportunity
We're looking for an experienced
Quality, Environment, Health & Safety (QEHS) Manager to lead and develop the company's quality, environmental, health and safety strategy.
Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you'll take ownership of the organisation's QEHS management systems, ensuring compliance with legislation, driving continuous improvement and embedding a positive safety culture throughout the business.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced QEHS professional looking to make a genuine impact within an innovative and forward‑thinking energy business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the company's Health & Safety Management System in line with ISO 45001.
- Manage the Environmental Management System aligned to ISO 14001.
- Support and continuously improve the Quality Management System (ISO 9001).
- Ensure compliance with all relevant UK health & safety, environmental and regulatory legislation.
- Conduct audits, inspections and risk assessments across operational sites.
- Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Oversee statutory inspections, certifications and compliance records.
- Maintain operational, environmental and compliance risk registers.
- Support business continuity and incident response planning.
- Develop and deliver QEHS training programmes alongside the Learning & Development team.
- Produce compliance reports and performance updates for senior leadership.
- Build strong relationships with operational teams, contractors, customers and regulatory bodies.
- Drive continuous improvement across quality, safety, sustainability and compliance.
Essential Experience
- NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent).
- Relevant environmental qualification (such as IEMA Practitioner or equivalent).
- Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
- Proven QEHS management experience within utilities, energy, engineering or infrastructure.
- Experience managing ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
- Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and environmental compliance.
- Experience managing audits, inspections and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management and leadership skills.
- Strong analytical and risk assessment abilities.
- Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel.
Desirable
- Lead Auditor qualifications (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or ISO 45001).
- Membership of IOSH, IEMA or a similar professional body.
- Experience within heat networks or district heating.
- Knowledge of the Ofgem regulatory environment.
- Experience working with public sector clients or within regulated industries.
- Understanding of GDPR and data protection requirements.
Why Join?
This is an opportunity to join a business that's genuinely making a difference in the UK's journey towards a more sustainable future.
You'll work alongside experienced industry professionals, influence business-wide strategy, and play a pivotal role in maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and environmental performance.
If you're passionate about compliance, continuous improvement and creating safer, more sustainable operations, we'd love to hear from you.
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