Branch SHEQ Manager
Mears Group Plc
Manage health, safety, environmental & quality compliance for branch operations
20 days ago ago
£45,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
5,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Property Maintenance
Housing Management
Social Care
Design
Engineering
Technical Services
Facilities Management
Sector Specialisms
Housing Management
Building Repairs and Maintenance
Housing with Care
Energy Efficiency Solutions
Public Sector Building
Affordable Homes
Personal Care Services
Homelessness Solutions
Role
What you would be doing
risk assessments
safety audits
incident reporting
compliance monitoring
health reports
training coordination
- Support branch management on all Health and Safety matters, attending monthly meetings and liaising with external bodies such as the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
- Although this role has no direct reports, you will be responsible for ensuring all employees comply with health and safety expectations and standards
- Manage the development and review of risk assessments and ensure effective resolution of any issues or actions arising
- Develop and implement an annual programme of SHE monitoring exercises across all sites to ensure compliance with safe systems of work
- Compile and maintain accurate branch health and safety records, including F10 notifications to the HSE, and ensure phase plans are updated or extended as required
- Investigate all accidents and incidents thoroughly and provide detailed reports to senior and divisional management
- Ensure all employees and subcontractors carry out their work safely and in compliance with Health and Safety legislation, including CDM regulations, company policies, procedures, and contract terms
- Work collaboratively with branch and regional Health and Safety colleagues to ensure consistency and best practice across the business
- Conduct regular audits and inspections, including yearly branch audits, and report findings to branch and regional management
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, codes of practice, and industry guidance to ensure Mears remains at the forefront of safety standards
- Ensure adequate numbers of trained First Aid personnel are always available
- Promote and support branch and Group-wide Health and Safety campaigns, with a focus on accident prevention and continuous improvement
- Provide regular monthly reports and statistical analysis on Health and Safety performance, including accidents, incidents, near misses, waste management, and other key metrics, to both internal stakeholders and the client
- Identify health and safety training needs for employees and assist in the delivery and coordination of training to ensure competency and awareness
What you bring
nebosh
microsoft office
cmiosh
h&s experience
communication skills
driving licence
- NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent
- Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and general office systems
- Strong working knowledge of current SHE legislation, codes of practice, and safe systems of work
- CMIOSH or MIIRSM membership
- Proven experience in Health and Safety within construction, building maintenance, or a similar environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all levels
- Full UK driving licence (daily travel to sites is required)
- Paid Volunteering Leave to support causes you care about
- Annual Mears Fun Day – a company-wide thank you event
- Share Save scheme and family-friendly policies
- Private medical care
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Mears Rewards – staff perks including discounts on groceries, holidays, eye tests, and more
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship- no visa sponsorship offered; candidates must have uk work entitlement
- relevant dbs/security checks required before employment
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Company
Overview
Revenue Tops £1.13亿
Annual Revenue
The company achieved over £1.13 billion in revenue during 2024.
Founded in 1988
Year Established
The company was established in Gloucestershire in 1988.
Over 700,000 Homes
Social Homes Managed
The company maintains over 700,000 social homes across the UK.
- Rapid growth through acquisitions and organic expansion.
- Specialist teams provide rapid-response and planned maintenance, refurbishment, boiler servicing, fire safety, and retrofitting services.
- Delivers tailored care-with-housing schemes and manages tenancies, leaseholds, and emergency accommodation.
- Builds affordable homes, handles capital works, and offers full lifecycle facilities management.
- Strategic acquisitions have shaped its full-service housing platform.
- Customer First – We put our customers at the heart of everything we do.
- Make a Difference – We work with passion and drive to make a real difference.
- Be Accountable – We take ownership and are responsible for our actions.
- Teamwork – We believe in the power of collaboration and working together.
- Integrity – We act with honesty and transparency in everything we do.
Net zero target
By 2050
A commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
50% reduction target
Carbon emissions by 2030
Aiming to reduce carbon emissions by half by 2030.
- Sustainable construction practices and solutions.
- Investment in low-carbon technologies and renewable energy sources.
- Reducing waste to landfill through effective recycling programs.
- Partnerships with suppliers to improve sustainability across the supply chain.
40% by 2025
Women in Leadership
Aim to achieve a gender balance target with 40% women in leadership roles by 2025.
- Continuous monitoring and reporting on gender diversity.
- Annual training on unconscious bias and inclusive leadership.
- Support for gender pay gap reporting and reduction initiatives.
- Encouraging flexible working to support diverse teams.
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