Overview
In this role you lead safety, health, environmental, sustainability and quality (SHESQ) across the Western Isles Project and broader Energy Team. You’ll advise managers, drive compliance, and steer SHESQ plans and campaigns. You’ll conduct audits and investigations to prevent incidents and support continuous improvement. You join a forward-thinking, multi-country EPC contractor focused on energy security and sustainable power projects.
Pay / Benefits
- 27 days holiday + bank holidays
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Above-market pension scheme
- Life assurance and health screening
- Enhanced sick pay and maternity/paternity benefits
- Wedding bonus and holiday entitlement increases with service
Responsibilities
- Lead SHESQ governance with the SHESQ function and liaise with Operations Directors
- Advise managers to fulfill statutory duties and company procedures
- Ensure site teams comply with SHESQ plans and relevant regulations
- Plan and perform regular site inspections and audits for policy compliance
- Oversee accident/incident investigations and implement corrective actions
- Develop and implement SHESQ campaigns and improvement plans
- Prepare and maintain SHESQ plans, procedures, and documentation
- Identify SHESQ issues and establish appropriate controls in contracts/yards
- Obtain SHESQ consents, permits or exemptions as required
- Maintain compliance records with legislation and contract requirements
Key requirements
- Proven experience in a SHES/Health & Safety managerial role
- SHES membership (e.g., NEBOSH)
- Senior SHESQ membership (IOSH / IEMA / CQI)
- MS Office familiarity (Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio, MS Project)
- Solid understanding of ISO 9001, 14001 and BS OHSAS 18001
- Experience in civil engineering or construction
- Leadership and advisory capabilities
- Strong communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Analytical and investigative mindset
- SHESQ management and compliance
- Accident/incident investigation and data analysis
- Auditing and inspection techniques
SHES Manager employer: Murphy Group
Murphy is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Kentish Town that fosters innovation and professional growth. With a strong commitment to employee development, competitive benefits including generous holiday allowances, and a diverse workforce representing over 60 nationalities, Murphy ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to groundbreaking energy projects. Join us to be part of a company that not only leads in the industry but also prioritises sustainability and employee well-being.
