Senior Safety, Health and Environment SHE Manager - Willmott Dixon : Job Details

The Role

Willmott Dixon is looking to recruit a Senior Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) Manager to join our North SHE team (Oldham office), providing leadership and support within our North West region. This site-based role covers various project sites across the region, with flexibility to work from home when not on-site or in the office.

About the Role:

As the Senior SHE Manager, you will be accountable for ensuring compliance with statutory and company requirements, providing expert guidance, and fostering a culture of safety and environmental stewardship. You will lead the development and implementation of effective SHE management systems, processes, and procedures across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor, advise, support, enforce, and report on health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Ensure project teams are equipped to manage SHE risks and opportunities effectively.
• Conduct audits, site visits, and investigations to guarantee compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
• Analyse SHE performance data and provide insights to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams (including pre-construction) and external stakeholders (including supply chain partners) to share best practices and foster a proactive safety culture.
• Ensure all accidents and incidents are responded to promptly, with thorough internal and statutory notifications detailing root causes and corrective actions.

Indicators of Success:

• Recognised as a trusted SHE expert by internal teams and external customers.
• Consistent delivery of projects meeting SHE legal requirements and customer expectations.
• Positive feedback from clients contributing to repeat business and enhanced SHE performance.

Criteria:

Essential Qualifications:

• Level 5 qualification in Occupational Safety & Health.
• CertIOSH membership and relevant SHE certifications (e.g., IEMA, SMSTS).
• Valid driving license and CSCS Card.

Desired Skills:

• Proven experience in managing SHE management systems, audits, and performance.
• Strong communication, influencing, and leadership skills.
• Ability to simplify complex SHE topics for diverse audiences.

Self-motivated with a positive attitude and resilience to hold teams to account.

Additional Information

At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme.

About Us

Founded in 1852, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive.Willmott Dixon was awarded No 1 in the Best "big" Companies (2022) to work for and the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024 and is the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.