SHE Manager

Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large-scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.

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Purpose of the role

Colas Ltd. have a great opportunity for a SHE Manager to join the Area 9 team based in Bescot, Walsall WS1 4NL. As a SHE Manager you will provide an information and advisory service to the Management and employees of Colas Limited on Health and Safety and Environmental issues in accordance with the dictates of Legislation, Group and Company Policy.

Main Responsibilities

As a SHE Manager you will support the General Manager and the contract-based management in the co-ordination of all activities related to the implementation, development and maintenance of the HSEQ management systems. This will involve project specific forward planning and site visits including the completion of inspections, audits and activities associated with project site start requirements. The role will require extensive travel across the west Midlands where both daytime and night-time operations take place. Your duties will include but not be limited to the following: To investigate accidents/incidents and ensure lessons learnt are applied, to perform audits on safety and environmental risk areas, to contribute to the review and revision of HSEQ policies, plans, documented procedures and forms, to ensure Inspection and Testing requirements are maintained throughout our activities and undertake safety audits and toolbox talks as required by the contract. You will provide strong awareness of CDM requirements utilising knowledge and experience of highways maintenance. Most importantly, to ensure that all operations carried out within our area of responsibility are undertaken with full regard for the safety of visitors, other members of staff and yourself and to ensure all activities are undertaken with due regard for the environment, to prevent pollution, comply with legal and corporate requirements and minimise environmental impact.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent as a minimum. It is essential you have the following qualifications before applying for this role: Technical or Chartered member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (CMIOSH) and have obtained a NEBOSH diploma standard or higher. You will have relevant HSEQ experience in civil engineering and build environments and hold a high level of experience in highway construction and maintenance. You will have relevant knowledge and understanding of Environmental, Health and Safety Law and its application to the work environment.

As a Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) Manager you will be able to provide leadership and management utilising practical experience developed from within this business and or the industry sector. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and forward-thinking individual with strong commercial acumen who has previous experience of managing high performing teams. A valid UK driving licence is essential for this role.

Package Description

Here at Colas, we offer a great total compensation package, including:

• A salary between £55,000-£65,000 (dependent on experience) PLUS Company car / Car allowance
• Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
• Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
• 25 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays
• Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
• Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
• Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
• Ongoing personal / professional development
• Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal

Note to Recruitment Agencies :

In line with our Company Policy, Colas Ltd has a preference for direct hiring and we will reach out to our PSL (Preferred Suppliers List) agencies if the role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If a speculative CV is sent, no fee will be applicable.

As a business, we hold three core values Caring, Sharing and Daring. We are committed to Caring for our colleagues, promoting, equality and diversity, and maintaining a culture of fairness, transparency, and respect for all employees, clients, communities, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders. We harness a productive environment where talents are being fully utilised and organisational goals are met, Sharing our knowledge and expertise with colleagues to progress and expand on new ideas, promoting trust, responsibility, and solidarity. Our culture is built on an innovative and pioneering mindset, Daring to welcome new ideas and approaches. We are driven to invest in our employees and encourage them to participate in innovation, moving forward and striving to provide sustainable infrastructure solutions.