SHEQ Manager

SHEQ Manager

Join Ranger Fire & Security – Protecting People, Powering Growth, Building Careers.

Location:

Motherwell, Scotland (regular travel across the UK and ROI).

Contract:

Full-Time | Permanent.
Reporting to:
Group Compliance Director.
Driving Licence:
Full UK Driving Licence Essential.

As the regional SHEQ lead, you will be the primary point of accountability for all Safety, Health, Environment and Quality activities across a portfolio of Ranger businesses. You will partner with operational leaders, support acquired businesses, maintain critical certifications, and drive a culture where quality, safety and continuous improvement are everyone's responsibility.

• Lead, develop and continuously improve our Integrated Management System (IMS) aligned with:
  • ISO 9001
  • ISO 14001
  • ISO 45001
  • Relevant fire and security industry standards
• Deliver internal audits and coordinate external certification audits.
• Analyse performance data and trends to identify improvement opportunities.
• Manage non-conformances and corrective actions to drive exceptional standards.
• Ensure compliance documentation remains accurate, audit-ready and effective.

• Protect and enhance key certifications including BAFE, NSI, SSAIB and other relevant industry accreditations.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments across the UK and Republic of Ireland.
• Lead interactions with certification bodies, regulators and customers.
• Ensure all businesses operate in line with applicable fire, safety and compliance requirements.
• Provide regular performance and compliance reporting to the Group Compliance Director.

• Act as the regional competent person for health and safety.
• Provide practical and expert advice to business leaders.
• Support the development and implementation of risk assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
• Drive environmental compliance initiatives and sustainability improvements.
• Promote a proactive health, safety and wellbeing culture across the region.

• Deliver SHEQ training, coaching and awareness programmes.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes and implement long-term solutions.
• Promote best practice and innovation across Ranger businesses.
• Support operational teams in achieving excellence in service delivery.

• Identify, assess and mitigate SHEQ-related risks.
• Contribute to the Group Risk Register and strategic risk planning.
• Support business units in implementing robust controls and preventative measures.
• Ensure compliance risks are effectively managed within a growing acquisition-led environment.

• Act as the SHEQ subject matter expert during acquisitions and onboarding activities.
• Support compliance assessments for newly acquired businesses.
• Help embed Ranger standards, processes and culture across new entities.
• Work collaboratively with Compliance, Operations, HR and Leadership teams on ESG and sustainability initiatives.

• Minimum 5 years' experience within SHEQ, Compliance or Quality Management.
• Strong background within the fire and security industry or a closely related sector.
• Proven experience managing Quality Management Systems or Integrated Management Systems.
• Experience working with BAFE, NSI, SSAIB or similar certification schemes.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Fire safety legislation
  • ISO 9001
  • ISO 14001
  • ISO 45001
  • Risk management and auditing principles

• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Analytical thinker with a practical, solutions-focused approach.
• Ability to interpret complex standards and translate them into operational best practice.
• Highly organised and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Passionate about continuous improvement and developing others.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent)

• NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate
• ISO Lead Auditor Qualification
• Membership of IOSH, IIRSM, CQI or equivalent professional body