About the role

The UK has set out its ambition to be net zero by 2050 and the energy industry is responding – together we are building a cleaner, greener Britain.

As SHEQ Manager you will ensure that our Eastern Green Link Project operates to the highest standards of Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality through the project lifecycle from development through to completion, continually monitoring and auditing the standards by which the Joint Venture and the supply chain operate.

This role is related to our projects based in the UK’s east coast and therefore candidates across the country are welcome that can accommodate the necessary travel to this geography.

We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements. 

About You

What we do isn’t just important – it’s essential. That’s why we look to recruit experts in their field. In this case, we’re looking for someone who has:

• Extensive understanding of relevant legislation relating to construction and working knowledge of CDM regulations with relation to Client & PC duties
• Experience of multi-disciplined major construction projects working to deadlines in a commercial environment and awareness of contract management.
• NEBOSH Certification

Additionally you’ll have excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability and confidence to communicate and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.

You’ll likely be managing around 6 people consisting of National Grid permanent and contractor colleagues as well as JV employees, therefore you’ll be keen to motivate, guide and collaborate with these partners.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification.

At National Grid, we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace for everyone. So if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.

What you'll do

You’ll be involved in a number of activities including these core duties:

• Supporting the safe delivery of Strategic Infrastructure Projects on behalf of the Project Director/Portfolio SHESQ Manager to cost, time and quality.
• Interfacing with the contractor(s) for all day to day construction activities, and monitor portfolio progress, collaboratively resolving programme risk escalations on behalf of the Project Director.
• Reviewing of permit to work systems, the review of the suitability of Risk Assessments and Method Statements and ensuring that the Principal Contractors are pro-active in discharging their duties under CDM regulations across the portfolio.

Additional activities may include:

Supporting regular site construction meetings with Contractors and ensure the facilitation of regular site safety walks to ensure that activities are being managed as per the agreed Construction Phase Plan.

Reviewing and implementing improvement initiatives resultant of sensible monitoring of site construction activities and manage the close out of issues raised through SHEQ audit & inspection activities and implementation across the Project(s);

Ensuring project compliance of all site documents to ensure compliance with legislation, ensuring they have been subject to formal document control and uploaded to the relevant project document control system(s) in accordance with applicable procedures.

Participation in incident investigations and represent the department on incident investigation panels as required including management of IMS and associated actions as necessary.

About us

The British Energy Security Strategy set out the Government's ambition to connect up to 50GW of offshore generation to the electricity network by 2030. Facilitating this ambition will require significant reinforcements to the onshore electricity transmission network. National Grid Strategic Infrastructure will make this happen.

Here at National Grid, we connect homes and businesses to power, making sure supply and demand match each other. We make sure the lights are on in schools, operating theatres, and sporting arenas; we’re thousands of people working on behalf of millions of people.

Our investment in Strategic Infrastructure via the Great Grid Upgrade will mean more home grown power, greater energy security and a cleaner future.

Whatever your role, wherever you work with us, you’ll help us hit stretching targets and achieve our far-reaching goal: to secure, clean energy that supports our world far into the future. Here, you will be at the heart of energy.

More Information

This role closes on 25th April 2024, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. 

We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office. 

We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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What you'll get

A competitive salary between £60,000 - £68,000 – dependent on capability

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus of up to 15% of your salary for stretch performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.