At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead accident investigations and promote a strong safety culture in fleet operations.
- Company: Join Nottingham City Council, committed to safety and quality in fleet services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Flexible working patterns with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on safety and compliance while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in accident investigation and fleet compliance; strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40777 - 44075 £ per year.
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Worker Type: Hybrid Worker
Salary: Starting Salary is £40,777 - £44,075 per annum (pro rata for part-time)
Location: Eastcroft Depot, London Road, Nottingham NG2 3AH
About the Role
Are you passionate about safety, compliance, and driving meaningful improvements across fleet operations? Nottingham City Council is looking for a proactive and skilled Operational SHEQ Officer for Fleet Services to help strengthen our commitment to Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) across all vehicle and plant activities. In this key role, you'll take ownership of accident investigations, champion a strong safety culture, and ensure our fleet remains compliant, efficient, and aligned with best practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Accident Investigation & Reporting
- Lead thorough investigations into vehicle and plant accidents and incidents
- Gather evidence, conduct interviews, analyse root causes and produce detailed reports
- Recommend corrective actions and preventative measures, ensuring fairness and consistency
- SHEQ Compliance & Audit
- Monitor and support compliance with ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001
- Conduct inspections, audits, COSHH reviews and risk assessments
- Integrate SHEQ requirements into day‑to‑day fleet operations
- Training & Culture
- Deliver toolbox talks and training sessions to frontline staff and managers
- Support behavioural and cultural change across operational teams
- Engage with trade unions, operational managers and stakeholders to promote safe working practices
- Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain accurate records, analyse trends and prepare reports using tools such as Power BI
- Identify improvement opportunities and lead initiatives to reduce accidents and operational risk
- Support the Driver Improvement Scheme (DIS) and ensure records are kept up‑to‑date
- Collaboration & Liaison
- Work closely with Fleet, SHEQ Services, Insurance & Risk, workshops and the contracted accident repair provider
- Contribute to reducing accident‑related downtime, costs, and legal exposure
- Represent the service in dealings with regulators (HSE, DVSA), customers, suppliers and internal teams
About You
You will be someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and can balance technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills.
- Experience in accident investigation, data analysis and fleet compliance
- Knowledge of health & safety legislation, fleet operations and investigative techniques
- Strong problem‑solving abilities, with high accuracy in reporting and data handling
- Excellent communication skills, able to influence, challenge and build strong working relationships
- Ability to work outdoors, react quickly to urgent incidents and manage competing demands
- A flexible approach to working patterns, with willingness to travel to depots, workshops and incident locations
Qualifications
- Safety Management Level 3 or IOSH (desirable)
- NEBOSH (desirable)
- Full UK driving licence with Category C entitlement (or willing to work towards this)
- Comfortable working in varying environments – from offices to depots, workshops and outdoor sites
- Commitment to Nottingham City Council's equality, diversity, data protection, and health & safety standards
For informal enquiries please contact Casey Lawson, SHEQ Lead, by email at
Operational SHEQ Officer - Fleet in Nottingham employer: Nottingham City Council
Nottingham City Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises safety, health, environment, and quality in its fleet operations. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have opportunities for training and growth while working in a collaborative and supportive culture. Located in Nottingham, the role offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on community safety and compliance.
