Job Description

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.

We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.

At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.

We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.

At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

SHE Advisor & Trainer

Location: North Wales/North West (Hybrid working)

Salary - We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and are happy to share details on request with interested candidates.

What You’ll Be Doing

• The key objective for the post-holder is the elimination of workplace accidents, environmental incidents, and ill health within their respective area of control.
• To assist in the continued development and maintenance of the Integrated Management System (IMS).
• The post-holder will support site and senior operational management from all business lines in their respective area of the business on SHE issues, providing suitable advice, assistance and training.
• To promote competence training, ensuring compliance with statutory legislation, disseminating best practice, and carrying out safety conversations, behavioral auditing and site inspections for Health and Safety, Environment and Sustainability Plan, schedule and deliver professional SHE training to site operatives, managers and senior managers, including wider sustainability matters.
• Develop SHE Training packages to support the Integrated Management System (IMS), Pathway System and MPA ‘Safety by Competence' requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of SHE legislation, guidance and best practice relevant to industry Support the training department in any other reasonable capacity as directed by the SHE BP or Sustainability Director.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in cement production industry preferred
• NEBOSH/IEMA Certificate or equivalent
• NEBOSH/IEMA Diploma or equivalent (desired)
• IOSH/IEMA membership (desired)
• Trained in Root Cause Analyses (RCA) techniques (desired)
• Competent in Microsoft 365 software including Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint software.
• Good understanding of UK and European SHE regulatory framework (including all waste, air and water legislation)
• Good understanding of management systems including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 45003, ISO 50001 and experience in working with certification bodies.
• Preparation of legal documents such as risk assessment, permit applications, proofs of evidence and witness statements.
• Knowledge of Hazard and operability studies (HAZOP).
• Knowledge of Construction Design and Management (CDM) and associated regulations.

Ready to lead from the ground up?
Apply now and help us build a safer, smarter, and more sustainable future.

What We Offer

Rewards & Benefits

We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including: Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member

• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance

• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options

• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause

• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)

• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities

• Full Time Working Hours: 40.00 Hours

• Contract Type: Permanent

• Company Vehicle: Car