Senior SHEQ Advisor

• Senior SHEQ role with genuine, structured progression
• Manufacturing / production environment
• Strong benefits package: pension, life insurance, cycle to work scheme and more
• Work across NI & GB sites supporting a well-established Integrated Management System

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our client is a well-established manufacturing organisation operating across Northern Ireland and Great Britain. With operations spanning multiple business units, they have built a strong reputation for safety, quality and environmental compliance, underpinned by robust ISO-accredited management systems.

THE ROLE

This is a developmental role designed to build a future SHEQ Manager. You'll support the SHEQ Manager in maintaining compliance with the company's Integrated Management System covering Safety, Health, Environment, Quality and Chain of Custody across all business units. Working closely with operational teams, you'll help embed a culture of continuous improvement, standardised working practices and operational excellence, while gaining hands-on exposure to audits, investigations and quality initiatives that will build your leadership capability over time.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the SHEQ Manager in maintaining compliance with the Integrated Management System across all business units
• Promote a positive SHEQ culture and drive continuous improvement throughout the organisation
• Support external audits, customer visits and supplier audits, including ethical audits
• Lead accident, incident and near-miss investigations, ensuring timely reporting and closeout of corrective actions
• Carry out root cause analysis to minimise risk across health, safety, environment and quality
• Maintain and improve the Quality Management System to reduce waste and enhance operational performance
• Monitor SHEQ performance indicators and support KPI development and reporting
• Support inspection and calibration of measuring equipment across production facilities
• Deputise for the SHEQ Manager and build the skills needed to progress into full SHEQ management

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Essential

• Third-level qualification in Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Quality Management, Engineering, Manufacturing or a related discipline
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a SHEQ, Quality or Manufacturing/Operational compliance role
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent recognised Health & Safety qualification)
• Working knowledge of ISO management systems, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across NI & GB sites
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel

Desirable

• NEBOSH Diploma, or working towards
• Internal or Lead Auditor qualification
• Membership of IOSH, IEMA, CQI or an equivalent professional body
• Experience supervising or mentoring team members

WHY APPLY?

• Clear progression
• Free parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Employee discount

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