At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead health and safety on a large energy construction project, ensuring compliance and promoting a safe culture.
- Company: Join a dynamic team focused on energy from waste projects in Peterborough.
- Benefits: Hotel accommodation provided, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with a focus on mental health and wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in workplace safety while working on innovative energy projects.
- Qualifications: NEBOSH certification and 5+ years in SHE management, preferably in construction.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
I am seeking a site-based Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Manager to join a project team. Based in Peterborough, contract role starting within 2 weeks until June 2027 - hotel paid for. The SHE Manager will be site-based on a large energy from waste (EFW) construction project in Peterborough and will be responsible for ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, internal standards and promoting a safe working environment and good culture. The project is in the early stages and the team will consist of approx 50-70 operatives and subcontractors. The scope of works includes heavy groundworks, bulk and deep excavation, shoring, muckaway, drainage and service ducting installation, concrete chambers, piling attendance, dewatering.
Key risks include:
- Excavations
- Plant movements
- Confined spaces
- Lifting operations
- COSHH
- Waste management
Minimum Qualifications & Experience:
- NEBOSH General/Construction Certificate or equivalent
- 5 years+ experience as a SHE Advisor/Manager in construction/groundworks
- Previous experience on energy from waste or power station projects - strongly preferred
- CSCS card - preferred
- First aid - desirable
- Fire marshal - desirable
Personal skills:
- Strong report writing and record keeping skills
- Strong computer skills - good with Microsoft packages (Word, Excel), use of databases, systems and apps on digital tablets
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills on all levels
- Attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Proactive and a good problem solver
- Uphold high health and safety standards, legal and procedural compliance and can lead by example
Main responsibilities but not limited to:
- Assist the Directors, SHEQ Manager and Project Manager in all matters relating to health, safety, quality, and environmental management to the site - being the primary go-to person for all such matters on site and wider organisation as required
- Carry out HSE walk arounds daily to ensure compliance – minimum 50% of time on site every day
- Carry out and record site inspections and audits (minimum x1 per week)
- Ensure the completion and regular review of risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), COSHH assessments, manual handling assessments, toolbox talks, procedures and other safety related documentation as necessary
- Carry out site (TVL) inductions and orientation
- Carry out training, workshops and TBT’s on site where required
- Assistance with the development and management of lifting plans, waste management plans, rescue plans, traffic management and site-specific plans and procedures as appropriate
- Ensuring site specific PPE / RPE requirements are met
- Carrying out RPE mask face fit testing (training can be provided to do this)
- Oversee and order H&S / PPE related consumables, stock, materials and equipment
- Maintain site COSHH stores, register and assessments
- Ensure spill management prevention and control measures are suitable
- Completing monthly HSE report for submission to client and TVL management team
- Oversee high risk and complex works
- Oversee and review temporary works arrangements on site
- Ensure adequate dedicated cutting, re-fuelling and wash-out areas are in operation on site and remain compliant
- Assist the organisation in compliance with relevant industry legislation including LOLER, PUWER, CDM, HASAWA etc.
- Creation of safety alerts and toolbox talks as relevant to new industry standards, changing in seasons/weather and recording signed returns register
- Assist with the creation of, and annual review of organisational policies and procedures
- Attending site briefings
- Management of site training and competency matrix spreadsheet, adding new starter information and cross-checking validity of details, right to work and qualifications etc.
- Keep up to date with changes in current legislation and suggest such changes where discovered and as relevant
- Support the organisation maintain ISO certification using the company management system and controlled forms
- Management of site sub-contractor PQQ’s and reviewing sub-contractor RAMS for effectiveness and monitoring works
- Carrying out incident investigations, RIDDOR and near miss reporting as may be necessary
- Conducting witness / injured party interviews and compiling evidence for incident investigation reports
- Conducting research into industry best practice approaches to help the organisation improve safety performance and efficiency
- Conducting HAVS assessments and maintaining an up to date register
- Any other ad hoc health and safety, environmental and quality duties as required
- Providing additional general management and support to colleagues on site and across the wider business as required
- Acting as the company site Mental Health Awareness champion and aiding the wellbeing of colleagues across the site
- Any other relevant acts and tasks as may be reasonably requested by the Senior Management Team
Site working hours: Mon-Fri: 07:30 - 17:30 on site. Occasional Saturday work, currently forecasted at 2x per month.
Health & Safety Manager in Peterborough employer: Parker Jones Group Ltd
Parker Jones Group Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Oxford, where innovation meets tradition. With a strong focus on employee development and a culture that values collaboration and safety, team members are encouraged to grow their skills through ongoing training and mentorship. The company also provides competitive benefits and a supportive atmosphere, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in construction management.
