Job Description

• Offaly
• Permanent / Full Time
• 15 Jun 2026

SHEQ Manager
OCS Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced SHEQ Manager on behalf of a well-established organisation operating within the construction and engineering sector.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and driving the company's Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) function, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, and best practice across all operations and project sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the senior management team in the planning, coordination, and implementation of effective SHEQ policies, procedures, and initiatives to ensure business objectives are achieved.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to management and operational teams on all matters relating to health and safety, occupational health, environmental management, and employee training and development.
• Lead the implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the Integrated Management System, ensuring compliance with ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems).
• Monitor and report on the performance of the management systems to senior leadership, ensuring SHEQ requirements are effectively communicated throughout the organisation.
• Oversee and maintain all SHEQ-related documentation, procedures, and records, ensuring they remain current and compliant.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews, reporting findings and recommendations to management.
• Develop, review, and communicate risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), safe systems of work, and toolbox talks.
• Ensure all statutory permits, inspections, and equipment documentation are completed, maintained, and filed appropriately, including plant records and certification requirements.
• Deliver health and safety inductions for new employees and verify induction processes across all projects.
• Manage the reporting, investigation, and close-out of incidents, accidents, and near misses, implementing preventative and corrective actions where required.
• Compile and analyse safety statistics, benchmarking performance against industry standards and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in developing project-specific SHEQ procedures and ensuring compliance across all operational activities.
• Monitor compliance relating to company premises, transportation, employees, and subcontractors in line with company policies and legal obligations.
• Review subcontractor documentation, insurance records, and SHEQ submissions to ensure suitability and compliance.
• Manage all Principal Contractor Safety documentation and associated records.
• Maintain comprehensive records relating to inductions, toolbox talks, inspections, audits, training, and employee competencies.
• Update and maintain registers relating to plant, lifting equipment, work-at-height equipment, chemicals, PPE, and employee training.
• Ensure electrical equipment testing programmes are maintained and records kept up to date.
• Coordinate insurance claims processes in conjunction with senior management where required.
• Manage PPE inventories, stock control, and distribution processes.
• Organise servicing, inspections, and re-certification of safety equipment, including lifting equipment, harnesses, fire extinguishers, and other critical assets.
• Attend site visits, client meetings, and monthly management meetings, providing SHEQ updates and performance reports.
• Coordinate employee training requirements, maintaining certification records and arranging refresher training as necessary.
• Support emergency preparedness activities, including the planning and execution of fire drills, spill response exercises, and other emergency response activities.
• Review and update company presentations, induction documentation, and forms to ensure compliance with current data protection requirements.
• Monitor legislative developments and ensure the organisation remains compliant with all applicable SHEQ regulations and industry standards.
• Review and update company policies and management plans relating to health and safety, environmental management, quality, and energy management.
• Research and evaluate suitable SHEQ training programmes and development initiatives.
• Deliver internal training and assessments where appropriate, including areas such as manual handling, fire warden training, and workstation assessments.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in a SHEQ Manager or senior Health & Safety role within construction, engineering, manufacturing, or a related industry.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
• Thorough understanding of current health, safety, and environmental legislation and best practice.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, incident investigations, and developing corrective action plans.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently while effectively supporting operational teams across multiple sites.
• Relevant SHEQ qualifications and professional certifications are highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SHEQ professional seeking to join a progressive organisation where they can play a key role in shaping and maintaining a strong culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. Apply Now