SHEQ Manager

Job Title: Regional SHEQ Manager (Interim) Location: Plymouth (with national travel) Contract: 6 Month FTC contract PAYE or Freelance Equivalent salary £60k per annum  Freelance £280 per day PAYE  The Role We are seeking an experienced Regional Safety, Health, Environmental & Quality (SHEQ) Manager on an interim basis to provide regional leadership across construction, minor works and facilities management operations. Reporting into senior SHEQ leadership, you will take ownership of day-to-day SHEQ delivery across the region, ensuring compliance with legislation, group policies, and management systems. You will play a key role in embedding a strong safety culture, supporting operational teams, and driving continuous improvement across projects and FM services. This role suits a confident, hands-on SHEQ professional who is comfortable operating at both strategic and site level. Key Responsibilities Provide regional leadership and direction on SHEQ management and compliance Implement and maintain Group SHEQ policies, procedures, and statutory requirements Review and challenge CDM documentation, safety plans, RAMS, and method statements Carry out regular site inspections across projects, minor works and FM operations Monitor compliance, identify risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies Investigate incidents, near misses, and environmental events, producing corrective actions Maintain accurate SHEQ records, reports, and incident tracking Deliver and oversee SHEQ training, ensuring workforce competence and awareness Prepare monthly SHEQ performance reports for regional leadership Support external audits and maintenance of SHEQ accreditations Advise on subcontractor assessment and appointment from a SHEQ perspective Promote continuous improvement and a positive safety culture across the region Skills & Experience Required Proven experience in a SHEQ role within construction and/or facilities management Strong working knowledge of UK H&S legislation, including CDM 2015 Broad understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 Experience developing and delivering Health & Safety training Confident carrying out site audits, inspections, and incident investigations Strong stakeholder management skills across operational and senior teams IT literate (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Qualifications NEBOSH General Certificate - Essential NEBOSH Construction Certificate - Preferred Health & Safety Diploma - Advantageous Environmental or Quality qualification (or strong working knowledge) - Preferred Person Profile Confident, approachable, and proactive Strong communicator at all levels Comfortable working autonomously in an interim capacity Willing to travel nationally and stay away when required Please apply to (url removed)