SHEQ Manager

Job Title: SHEQ Manager

Location: Swindon

Salary: £65,000.00 per annum (Car allowance £10,000.00)

Hours: 37.5 hours

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

As SHEQ Manager you will:

• Lead and develop the SHEQ function as a key member of the senior management team.
• Oversee and continuously improve quality, environmental and health & safety management systems.
• Drive consistency and best value across suppliers, systems, training and compliance activities.
• Monitor and report on compliance performance, including KPIs, ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001) and monthly reporting.
• Build a behavioural safety and compliance culture by mentoring teams, managing risk, leading audits and investigations, and delivering training to support continuous improvement.

• Previous experience within a SHEQ or compliance role within the waste management industry or a similarly regulated sector.
• Proven track record of managing HSE and environmental compliance in line with UK legislation.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards, particularly ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent Level 6 qualification in Occupational Health & Safety).
• Full UK Driving licence & own transport.

• Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Environmental Management, Health & Safety).
• Chartered or working towards Chartered status (e.g. CMIOSH, MIEMA).
• Experience of lean or six sigma principles.

• Healthcare Cash Plan – dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions + free 24/7 remote GP.
• Award‑Winning Online Wellbeing Hub – expert resources for mental, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 24/7 Support – confidential employee assistance programme helpline and up to 6 free counselling sessions per year.
• Family‑Friendly Benefits – enhanced maternity and paternity policies, life assurance.
• Generous Holiday Allowance – 25 days (rising to 28) with flexibility to buy or sell days.
• Good attendance credits – earned credits can be traded for more holiday days.
• Cycle‑to‑Work Scheme – save money, stay fit, go green.
• Exclusive Discounts – savings on shopping, dining, gyms, travel and entertainment.
• Career Development – ongoing training via “Learning For All” platform.
• Paid volunteering days – up to 2 per year.
• Refer‑a‑Friend Bonus – cash rewards for successful referrals.

We are committed to providing an equitable workplace for all. Hills is a Disability Confident organisation and aims to ensure that our workplaces are free from discrimination, and our current and future colleagues are treated fairly with dignity and respect.