Contractor Safety Advisor in Dungannon

Vickerstock are working in partnership with a growing engineering and electrical manufacturing group on the appointment of a Group SHEQ Advisor. Working closely with senior management, you will act as the key point of contact for SHEQ matters across the Group, with responsibility spanning Health & Safety, Environmental, Quality, ISO management systems, auditing, incident investigation, contractor compliance and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary point of contact for SHEQ matters across multiple Group operations.
• Maintain and continually improve the Integrated Management System in line with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Provide practical SHEQ advice and guidance to management, employees, contractors and other stakeholders.
• Conduct workplace and site inspections, identifying hazards and ensuring appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
• Develop and review Risk Assessments, Method Statements (RAMS) and safe systems of work.
• Lead accident, incident and near-miss investigations, completing root cause analysis and tracking actions through to close-out.
• Coordinate internal audits and support external certification and customer audits.
• Monitor SHEQ legislation, regulatory requirements and industry standards, ensuring policies and procedures remain compliant.
• Deliver SHEQ inductions, toolbox talks and employee awareness initiatives across the business.
• Coordinate training requirements, competency records, health surveillance and relevant statutory inspections.
• Manage contractor and subcontractor compliance, including PQQs, competency requirements and associated records.
• Monitor SHEQ KPIs and performance trends, providing reports and recommendations to senior management.
• Maintain accurate SHEQ documentation, registers and records to support compliance and certification requirements.
• Promote a proactive culture of Health & Safety, Quality, Environmental responsibility and continuous improvement across the Group.

What you'll need to succeed:

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent recognised Health & Safety qualification.
• 3+ years' experience within a SHEQ, Health & Safety, Quality or Compliance role.
• Experience working independently and taking ownership of SHEQ responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and practical compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting workplace inspections, internal audits and incident investigations.
• Experience developing and reviewing RAMS and safe systems of work.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the confidence to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between Group and customer locations when required.

Desirable:

• Degree, Diploma or additional qualification in Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Quality or a related discipline.
• Internal Auditor qualification.
• Experience within engineering, electrical manufacturing, construction or a similar technical environment.
• Experience supporting external ISO certification or customer audits.
• Experience using dedicated SHEQ management software.

For a more detailed brief and a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis, our Health & Safety Specialist, today.