Hybrid SHEQ Manager

at Freshwave

• Job title: SHEQ Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior
• Salary: £60,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Professional Certificate
• Location requirements: Hybrid, London, United Kingdom

About the role

• SHEQ Manager ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in telecom and construction quality management. Leading safety initiatives and managing health and safety certifications across the UK operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of SHEQ in maintaining and developing the company’s Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental management systems.
• Focus on ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement and support operational teams to deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality services.
• Manage IMS certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001.
• Develop, review, and maintain SHEQ policies, procedures, and processes.
• Provide cross-functional support to ensure compliance.
• Lead health and safety aspects of supplier onboarding.
• Conduct site inspections and maintain approved supplier records.
• Conduct internal audits and lead incident investigations.
• Define and monitor corrective/preventive actions.
• Chair the Health & Safety Committee.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Compile monthly dashboards for Head of SHEQ.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental legislation, including HASAWA, MHSWR, and CDM regulations
• Familiarity with ISO standards, Safe Contractor, and other industry accreditations
• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally in construction or telecommunications
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and manage company policies, procedures, and processes
• Experience with site inspections, supplier onboarding, and subcontractor compliance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Confident decision-maker with a proactive and resilient approach
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and document management systems such as SharePoint
• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (minimum)
• Working towards or hold NEBOSH Diploma Level 6
• ISO Internal Auditor qualification with practical auditing experience desirable

Benefits

• 25 days holiday which increases after 5 years service (1 day per year until 30 days)
• Group Personal Pension
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection Insurance
• Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme
• Free barista coffee at our Farringdon head office every morning
• Free gym onsite for employees including exercise classes at our Farringdon head office
• Rooftop picnic area at our Farringdon head office
• Quarterly recognition rewards
• Free Eye Tests
• Flu vaccine vouchers