SHESQ Manager
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Join OCU Group on a major new 132kV power infrastructure project in the Suffolk area, supporting the delivery of critical cable route and ducting works. This is a standalone role where you’ll take ownership of SHESQ performance across the project from day one.
We’re looking for an experienced SHESQ Manager professional with proven HV/LV project experience who can hit the ground running, build strong relationships on site, and provide visible leadership without close supervision. You’ll play a key role in driving a positive safety culture, ensuring compliance, and supporting safe delivery of a live infrastructure project.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy, site presence, and making a real impact on project performance.
- Lead all SHEQ activities across a major 132kV cable route and ducting project
- Act as the primary SHEQ representative on site, supporting operational teams and subcontractors
- Conduct site inspections, audits, and assurance activities to ensure compliance with company procedures, legislation, and client requirements
- Investigate incidents, near misses, and non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions and lessons learned are implemented
- Deliver inductions, toolbox talks, and SHEQ briefings to site teams
- Support risk assessments, safe systems of work, and project SHEQ planning
- Monitor SHEQ performance and drive continuous improvement
- Produce reports and maintain accurate SHEQ records
Essential
- Experience in a Senior SHEQ Advisor, SHEQ Advisor, HSQE Advisor, or HSE Advisor role within construction, infrastructure, utilities, power, engineering, or water environments
- Proven HV/LV project experience is essential
- Previous experience on cable installation, ducting, or electrical infrastructure projects
- Experience working on live construction / infrastructure sites
- NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent)
- IOSH membership or working towards
- Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation
- Experience conducting audits, inspections, and incident investigations
- Ability to work independently in a standalone role
- Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable
- Experience working on 132kV, HV, or EHV projects
- Experience within principal contractor environments
- Knowledge of ISO management systems
- IEMA qualification or environmental exposure
- Water/utilities background (transferable with HV/LV experience)
- Armed Forces background (engineering/technical roles advantageous)