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SHEQ Manager

Glastonbury, Somerset · Full time

We seek an experienced SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) Manager based at our offices in Glastonbury. The SHEQ Manager will maintain and enhance our safety, health, environmental, and quality standards within the storage and distribution sector, with specific knowledge of BRC accreditation and Sedex requirements.

Ensure compliance with BRC accreditation standards in storage and distribution

  • Develop and implement appropriate systems, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with BRC standards.
  • Conduct regular audits and inspections to monitor adherence to BRC requirements.
  • Provide guidance and support to staff regarding BRC accreditation.

Manage Sedex (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange) requirements

  • Foster awareness and understanding of Sedex principles among employees and stakeholders.
  • Develop and implement procedures to meet Sedex requirements for responsible sourcing, business ethics, and sustainability.
  • Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with Sedex standards.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to ensure they meet Sedex requirements and maintain appropriate ethical practices.

Safety, health, environment, and quality management

  • Develop and implement SHEQ policies, procedures, and practices to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
  • Identify and evaluate potential risks and hazards related to transport operations.
  • Conduct regular inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure adherence to legal and company-specific requirements.
  • Manage incident reporting, investigation, and corrective action processes.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement through training, communication, and engagement initiatives.

Training and awareness

  • Develop and deliver SHEQ training programs for employees, including BRC and Sedex compliance.
  • Use effective communication strategies to raise awareness of safety, health, environmental, and quality issues.
  • Provide guidance and support on BRC and Sedex requirements to all levels of staff.

Compliance and reporting

  • Stay updated on relevant legislative changes and industry best practices related to transport safety, health, environment, and quality.
  • Prepare reports and metrics for management review, highlighting areas of improvement and non-compliance.
  • Ensure the organisation meets all relevant legal, regulatory, and customer requirements.
  • Proven experience working as a SHEQ Manager in the road transport industry.
  • In-depth knowledge of BRC Global Standard for Storage and Distribution.
  • Familiarity with Sedex requirements and responsible sourcing practices.
  • Strong understanding of safety, health, environmental, and quality management systems.
  • Experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and internal stakeholders.
  • Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.
  • Professional certifications related to SHEQ management (e.g., NEBOSH, ISO lead auditor) are desirable.

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on business needs.

If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity and meet the above mentioned qualifications, please submit your CV and cover letter.

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Sparks Transport

  • Size: 1- 100 employees

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