Sheq Manager

SHEQ Manager – Roofing and Cladding Construction

Full Time, Permanent

£45,000 - £50,000 basic salary plus Car

Locations: Options for an office base in Lancashire, Staffordshire, Yorkshire or Teesside.

Travel: Extensive travel expected to sites across the UK (fully expensed and coordinated)

D7 are specialists in QHSE related recruitment. We support businesses that need high quality, experienced industry professionals and on this occasion we are looking for a QHSE Manager with prior experience and knowledge of roofing and cladding/building envelope construction projects (large scale, commercial builds).

We are supporting a growing contractor with ongoing contracts across the UK (largely Midlands/North). The business is going through a significant period of growth which brings its own challenges in terms of Safety and Quality Management. They are looking to hire an experienced SHEQ Manager, reporting directly into the Managing Director and take ownership of the QHSE strategy, policy development, process development and systems to ensure that the business can manage its contractual, commercial and regulatory risks. You will be charged with improving the performance of the business across all aspects of Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety management, modernising their governance, risk and QA processes. You will develop the organisations integrated management systems and drive standards across all areas of the business.

The Role

This is a key leadership position responsible for Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality performance across the organisation’s UK operations.

Ideally, we’d like to engage with someone with prior experience in a QHSE Management role, but we will also consider an experienced roofing, cladding or building envelope professional who is interested in progressing into a management and HSE/compliance-focused position. Full support and development will be provided for the right candidate and we are prepared to offer additional training for suitable candidates.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company's SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality) strategy, policies, and procedures.

· Conduct site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews across roofing, cladding, rainscreen, and fire remediation projects.

· Promote a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with CDM 2015, HSE legislation, industry regulations, and company standards.

· Investigate incidents, near misses, and non-conformances, identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.

· Oversee quality assurance processes throughout the project lifecycle, from pre-construction planning through to completion and handover.

· Ensure compliance with relevant British Standards, Building Regulations, PAS 9980, BS 8414, and associated industry guidance.

· Maintain accurate SHEQ records, including audits, inspections, training documentation, compliance reports, and management information.

· Provide practical support to project teams in the preparation and review of risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work.

· Deliver toolbox talks, SHEQ briefings, and coaching to employees, subcontractors, and site management teams.

· Act as the primary point of contact for SHEQ-related matters with clients, regulatory bodies, auditors, and other stakeholders.

· Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety performance, environmental management, operational compliance, and quality standards.

Skills and Qualifications:

· Proven experience within the roofing, cladding, façades, construction, or wider building envelope sectors.

· Strong working knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, construction compliance requirements, and industry best practice.

· Experience with quality management systems, inspection processes, and compliance auditing.

· Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

· Full UK driving licence.

· Valid CSCS card.

· SMSTS, NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent professional qualifications are desirable.

· Suitable for experienced site operatives, supervisors, forepersons, contracts managers, or quality professionals seeking to progress into a broader SHEQ management role.

What is on Offer:

· Competitive salary based on experience – initial estimate is between £45,000 and £50,000 per annum plus car and benefits.

· Structured training and professional development

· Company vehicle or car allowance

· Pension scheme

· Career progression within a growing specialist contractor

· 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Working Hours

· 8am - 5pm (Monday to Friday). No weekend working