VHR Global Technical Recruitment
Environment, Health and Safety Manager
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HSEQ & Compliance Manager
Location: UK (Hybrid with UK site travel)
Salary: £60,000 + benefits
Employment Type: Permanent
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced HSEQ & Compliance Manager to lead Health, Safety, Environmental, Quality, and compliance activities across high-voltage energy infrastructure projects. This role will oversee integrated management systems, drive a strong safety culture, and ensure compliance across HV substations, grid connections, and related engineering projects throughout the UK.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and continuously improve the Integrated Management System (IMS) aligned to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
- Ensure HSEQ compliance across active HV construction and energy infrastructure sites.
- Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action plans.
- Review and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for high-risk activities.
- Manage PQQ submissions and industry accreditations including CHAS, SafeContractor, and Achilles UVDB.
- Conduct site audits, inspections, and safety briefings.
- Liaise with clients, regulators, DNOs, IDNOs, and project teams to maintain compliance with CDM 2015 and industry safety requirements.
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Required Qualifications
- Proven HSEQ/SHEQ management experience within High Voltage, Electrical Utilities, Power Distribution, Energy, or Civil Engineering.
- NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (Diploma preferred).
- Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations and UK Health & Safety legislation.
- Internal Lead Auditor qualification for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or ISO 45001.
- Full UK driving licence.
- GradIOSH, CMIOSH, or actively working towards professional membership.
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Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting grid connection, substation, or renewable energy projects.
- Track record of driving continuous improvement and safety culture initiatives.
Join a growing energy infrastructure business and play a key role in shaping safety, compliance, and operational excellence across critical UK projects.
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