Location
Carlisle, responsible for all Cumbria PPP operations across Cumbria.

Hours
37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday.

Salary
Up to £45,177 per annum DOE
Car Allowance: £4,620 per annum.

About the Role
In this role, you will play a key part in managing risk, promoting a positive safety culture, and enhancing Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) performance across the Cumbria contract. Reporting directly to the Cumbria Contract Director and supporting the H&S Business Partner for Treatments, you will provide expert SHEQ advice and guidance to operational sites, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, company standards, and contractual requirements.

Working closely with contract teams, you will support the implementation of best practices, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and help embed a proactive SHEQ culture throughout the business. You will collaborate with various departments and stakeholders to understand operational SHEQ objectives, identify opportunities for improvement, and deliver practical solutions that support business performance.

Building and maintaining strong relationships across both major and smaller operational sites will be essential to ensure consistent SHEQ standards and sustainable improvements. Additionally, you will support the wider SHEQ obligations associated with the 25-year Public Private Partnership (PPP) contract with the Local Authority, helping to ensure compliance, performance, and the successful delivery of long-term contractual commitments.

Experience
- At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
- Experience working in a safety, health & environmental capacity on operational sites.
- Experience of creating, maintaining and developing Health, Safety & Environmental management systems/processes compliant to ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001.
- Demonstrable success in supporting the development and implementation of SHEQ strategies.
- Experience of Health, Safety & Environmental legislation and developing best site practice.

About you
- Valid Driving Licence.
- Prepared to travel nationally as and when required to support the company.
- Strong communicator with the ability to build relationships and influence across multiple teams.
- Proactive and committed to promoting a positive SHEQ culture and continuous improvement.

Qualifications
- NEBOSH General Certificate as a minimum.