Regional SHEQ Manager
| Company: | EQUANS |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £55,000 to £58,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | London, LONDON |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 25 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 25 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Equans are looking for a Regional SHEQ Manager to join our team in London on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package. The post holder will cover the London region. The role offers hybrid working. The purpose of the role is to provide guidance and leadership to ensure that contracts in the Sustainable FM Services division meet their statutory safety and environment requirements and to assist contracts in delivering on responsible business initiatives. This post holder will identify and deliver solutions to improve operational safety, health, environment & quality (SHEQ) on contracts they are assigned to. Working closely, and in partnership, with the operational teams this role will ensure the EQUANS objectives & SHEQ culture are embedded within sites and contracts at a regional level. What will you deliver?Management of SHEQ across the Regional Operational area to ensure all work is undertaken to external and internal standards and guidelinesWork with the Sr SHEQ Managers to utilise and maintain adequate systems to meet all statutory and EQUANS obligationsEnsure all reportable data (Near Misses, Accidents, RIDDORs, HiPo’s, LTI’s, Incidents, LSV/MSV, Waste, Water, Energy, Social Initiatives, Volunteering etc) is recorded accurately on the contract – coach contracts, sites and individuals where requiredEstablish SHEQ Action Plans for each contract with the Contract Director/Manager – these outputs will deliver safer workplaces, improved employee engagement, culture and support our work-winning activity as models of best practiceAct on the findings of SHEQ Audits – providing guidance to the sites and feedback to SHEQ Solutions on tools, processes and systems that made be needed to improve the safety and quality of our workMentor the Safety Ambassadors within the contracts that you will be responsible forLead by example in following the company’s values and objectivesEnsure that each contract has a Training Matrix or Learning Management System to ensure that all colleagues within the area have the appropriate, Quality and H&S training, qualifications, and development. The delivery of training that impacts safety should be monitored and prioritisedLead investigations and liaise with stakeholders, ensuring detailed investigations are undertaken and full reports/ recommendations are provided – these reports will adequately identify the root causes of incidentsHold close out meetings, to ensure incidents/ investigations are fully closed and firm action plans with recommendations are presented to the Accident Incident Review boards to prevent further occurrences across the division and UKBUSupport other internal functions to ensure systems and resources are appropriate to manage the risks across the areaCoach contracts to use the Divisional Reporting tools power Bi and feedback to the central SHEQ team on what further reporting may be neededForm strategic relationships with the HSE/EHO’s and other appropriate industry forumsSupport key bids, attend tender interviews, lead competitive dialogue in the bid process to demonstrate that H&S is top the agendaProvide innovation and market leading solutions, delivering continuous improvement and data led focus on safety and responsible businessWhat can we offer you? On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salaryEmployee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailersGym membership discounts Cycle to work scheme Holiday purchase scheme2 corporate social responsibility days per yearBroad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmesAttractive Employee Referral Rewards SchemeAccess to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing appWho are we looking for?Previous experience of a Health and Safety role within the construction, blue light or prison sector, FM or related industriesUnderstanding of construction, energy and FM technology and methodsDemonstrable experience relevant SHEQ legislation.NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety; British Safety Council Level 5 Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health; City & Guilds Level 5 (NVQ) Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice; NCRQ Level 6 Diploma in Applied Health and Safety or equivalent qualification or qualification by experienceNEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and SafetyMembership of IOSHExperience of fire prevention and fire managementThis role includes a DBS Enhanced check therefore ability to pass is essential. Who are we?In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world. Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group. What's next? If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. At Equans, we’re committed to building a diverse, respectful and inclusive workplace that truly reflects the communities and markets we serve.Joining Equans means being part of a culture where every voice is valued, supported by vibrant employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity across gender, ethnicity, disability, LGBTQ+, veterans, parents, and young professionals. Guided by our core values, we foster a culture of respect, integrity, collaboration, and excellence - empowering our people to deliver outstanding results and be their authentic selves every day. Our approach means we welcome candidates with transferable skills who may not meet every specific requirement, and where possible we support flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments to enable success. For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check or security vetting, as noted in the role requirements. A criminal record will not necessarily be a barrier to obtaining a position with us. As part of our recruitment process, EQUANS uses StaffVetting, our trusted third-party provider, to support the completion of employee background checks. StaffVetting delivers professional screening services in a friendly, efficient, and customer-focused way, helping us ensure the right checks are completed from the start of the application journey." We are Disability Confident Level 2 members, and we offer the Guaranteed Interview Scheme as part of this commitment. Where feasible, if a candidate applies under the Disability Confident Scheme and they meet all of the essential criteria, we will offer an interview. To find out more about this scheme please click here. The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.
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