SHEQ Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled SHEQ Manager to join our team at Gist Limited. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for providing expert advice and assurance on health and safety, occupational health and well-being, and environmental sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the General Manager to ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements
• Provide competent health and safety advice to ensure compliance at designated sites
• Facilitate the implementation of SHEQ strategy in partnership with operations teams
• Be the subject matter expert on SHEQ-related matters, including day-to-day enquiries and incident investigations
• Review accident trends, hazard reporting data, and IMS dashboard information to identify corrective actions
• Create site-specific safety action plans and undertake SHEQ management systems audits
• Assume the role of lead incident investigator in Level 3 incidents and support site management in other relevant investigations
• Provide accurate reports on key issues and progress against the Gist SHEQ Strategy and site Risk Registers
• Partner with Engineering and Transport teams on SHEQ-related matters to drive a standard and consistent approach to safety
• Mentor and coach operational managers to ensure SHEQ compliance and improvement
• Manage and support the launch and implementation of SHEQ team project initiatives
• Oversee and manage applicable training requirements to ensure consistent and appropriate training is delivered effectively
• Manage emergency planning and arrangements in partnership with operational teams
• Be the subject matter expert on EcoOnline and provide help and support to site management teams
• Monitor all IMS module inspections and reviews to ensure corrective actions are raised and owned by leadership teams
• Implement and share best practices and key learnings across locations to drive consistency and improvement in SHEQ performance
• Facilitate and manage local insurance claims
• Act as the primary contact for external agencies, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Oversee and create operational documentation to reflect work done and in line with what good looks like
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement that looks to achieve industry best practice as well as Gist standards

In addition to site operations, you will be expected to:

• Carry out independent IMS assurance audits at other depots, as directed by the Head of SHEQ – Retail Distribution
• Provide additional SHEQ guidance/support to other areas of the business as directed by the Head of SHEQ – Retail Distribution
• Work collaboratively with the SHEQ function and attending key SHEQ meetings
• Support the wider People, Safety and Culture (PS&C) team to help drive a better Gist Culture and employee experience
• Stay abreast of regulatory developments, industry trends, and SHEQ management best practices relevant to the logistics and supply chain industry

Requirements:

• NEBOSH Diploma or Equivalent and minimum Grad member of IOSH (or equivalent)
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of SHEQ principles and practices
• Proven experience in a health and safety management role within a medium or high-risk industry
• Exhibit excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Thrive in a fast-paced, operationally challenging environment
• Knowledge of Logistics/Distribution sector and familiarity with materials handling equipment (MHE)
• Experience in accident and incident management & investigation skills
• Self-starter and driven to deliver results with minimal day-to-day guidance
• Ability to deliver within a busy and pressurised work environment
• Institute of Environmental Assessment Certificate (or equivalent)
• Internal auditor experience
• Facilities, building property or engineering safety management knowledge
• Knowledge and experience in ISO standards including lead auditor (working towards)
• Chartered membership of IOSH (or working towards)

About Gist Limited:

We are a progressive, accountable, collaborative, and ethical organization. Our objective is to establish a performance-focused environment that is fair and inclusive, where everyone can develop, and connect meaningfully to their manager, the Gist vision, and M&S. We are fiercely protective of everyone's health, safety, and well-being, and align firmly to M&S's sustainability commitments in Plan A.