Job description
Join a well-established leader in sustainable timber manufacturing, recognised for their commitment to environmental responsibility and innovative growth. This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated SHEQ professional to lead health, safety, environment, and quality standards across multiple sites, fostering a safety-first culture and driving continuous improvement within a forward-thinking organisation.
Salary / Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Educational assistance
- Colleague savings scheme
About your next employer
Our client is a longstanding and innovative organisation operating within the timber processing and manufacturing sector. Sustainability, safety, and environmental responsibility are central to their approach, providing high-quality timber products across the construction, fencing, and pallet industries. With multiple sites and ongoing investment in people and processes, the company maintains a strong focus on quality, environmental performance, and continuous improvement.About you
- Minimum of five years' health and safety experience, including at least three years within manufacturing or heavy industry
- BSc (Hons) in Occupational Health & Safety, NEBOSH Diploma, or equivalent qualification
- Strong knowledge of current health and safety legislation and ISO 45001 standards
- Knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 standards would be advantageous
- Experience in policy development, risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations
- Skilled in delivering effective health and safety training
- Strong report-writing and numerical skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office
- What you'll do
Develop, implement, and continuously improve SHEQ policies and procedures in line with legislation and company standards.
Champion a positive safety culture across multiple sites, engaging with employees and management to promote safe behaviours.
Lead risk assessments, audits, workplace inspections, and incident investigations, ensuring timely and effective follow-up.
Develop and deliver SHEQ training programmes for employees, contractors, and visitors.
Partner with site leadership, operational teams, and external authorities to maintain compliance and identify opportunities for ongoing improvement.
For further information on this job, apply via the link or contact the VANRATH office for a confidential chat today.
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