Health, Safety, Environment and Quality Officer

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Hours:  Monday to Friday, Permanent 

Salary: £45,000 to £60,000 per annum

The role:
Our client is looking to recruit an experienced and proactive SHEQ Officer to join their team. This role is key to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment across all projects. The successful candidate will ensure legislation is adhered to, safety standards are upheld, and a strong culture of health and safety is embedded throughout operations.

Main Duties:

• Provide expert advice and support to management on all Health and Safety matters, liaising with regulatory bodies such as the HSE
• Oversee the safe working practices of employees and subcontractors, ensuring full compliance with Health and Safety legislation, CDM regulations, and company procedures
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, codes of practice, and industry guidance to ensure best practice is followed
• Develop, review, and manage risk assessments and safety plans, ensuring all actions are addressed effectively
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and monitoring exercises to ensure compliance with safe systems of work
• Investigate incidents and near misses, producing detailed reports with actionable recommendations
• Identify training needs and assist in delivering Health and Safety training to maintain competency and awareness
• Produce regular reports on Health and Safety performance, including key metrics such as accidents, incidents, and compliance audits
• Promote and support safety initiatives and campaigns to drive continuous improvement and accident prevention
• Ensure adequate First Aid coverage across all sites
• Collaborate with other Health and Safety colleagues to share best practice and maintain consistency

About you:

• Full UK driving licence (travel to sites is required)
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent
• CMIOSH or MIIRSM membership
• Proven Health and Safety experience in construction, building maintenance, or similar environments
• Strong knowledge of SHE legislation, codes of practice, and safe working systems
• Excellent communication skills, capable of influencing and engaging stakeholders at all levels
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other standard office systems

Interested? Call Maria on 01782 712230 or email Mariap@kpir.co.uk  

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