Regional SHE Manager

Role Responsibility

Key responsibilities of the position:

· As a member of the regional management team, take a ‘whole company’ perspective to the performance of Building Homes. Changing Lives, being a Gleeson Ambassador for our vision, mission, values and approach to performance excellence via the Gleeson Competency framework and positively influencing and enhancing the profitability and operative effectiveness of the business.

· To provide advice and guidance to regional management on all matters of SHE devising, implementing and embedding appropriate control measures and approaches that support the HomeSafe culture and always ensure that the business and its people comply with responsibilities under Health & Safety and Environmental policies and processes and understand the impact of these on customers/external partners/stakeholders.

· In undertaking a continuous review, monitor and advise on the overall effectiveness of SHE policy, pro-cedures and activity, associated risk management and control and governance processes and ensure these are implemented by the regional management team.

· Liaise closely on a daily/weekly basis with Group SHE Operations Manager to ensure Group SHE function is kept updated on all SHE matters and provide a weekly SHE status report to the Group Head of SHE.

· Working closely with the regional Build Administrator and Learning and Development team to positively drive Mandatory H&S training in order for the region to reflect full compliance and act as a positive Ambassador towards H&S training. Ensure a regular review of the regional SHE training matrix is under-taken to ensure any training concerns are brought to the attention of the regional management team and action taken. Matrix review findings to be documented in monthly SHE meeting and regional SHE status reports.

· Ensure SHE inspections are completed to assess and audit the application of all HomeSafe operating standards, governance requirements, policies and processes and subsequently oversee the implementation and management of necessary remediation actions plans and communications that address any matters that undermine and/or put ‘at risk’ our strategic and/or operational health and safety objectives and standard.

· In undertaking a continuous review of operational performance keep Group SHE informed in a timely and candid manner of the conduct of designated day-to-day operations as it effects the achievement of its established goals and targets and of all material risks to and/or deviations from the goals or objectives established by the Main Board.

· Take the lead in the coordination, investigation and reporting of any regional SHE incidents and report on any actions required and lessons learnt. Ensure the prompt close out of all actions and follow up guidance required. · Keep abreast of all relevant external trends and statutory provisions, codes of practice, guidance infor-mation and best industry practice and make recommendations to change standard operating practices, policies, and procedures via the appropriate governance mechanisms.

· Maintain liaison with the Health & Safety Executive and other enforcement or advisory agencies and represent and promote the Group at Health & Safety Management level on industry accredited bodies and representative groups.

· Provide key status reports and updates to the regional management team on all matters relating to Health and Safety activity, policy, procedures, instructions, associated risk management and control and govern-ance processes across the region.

· Chair monthly SHE meeting to review SHE performance and updates with regional management team; actions recorded and circulated promptly.

· Review and subject to compliance to Group SHE procedures accept all high-risk site operations safe sys-tems of work prior to commencement on site. 

· Attend and lead on all SHE matters in relevant Gateway meetings to ensure all planned and new site starts are compliant to Group SHE procedures. 

· Ensure that critical performance information and an effective flow of communication is evident and effec-tively managed within the region so that all directors, teams, stakeholder groups and delivery partners understand their role, performance contribution and the requirements upon them to safely execute agreed Gleeson plans, initiatives and change programmes that deliver efficiencies and performance im-provement.

· Lead by example, upholding our values and creating followership for others to become role models to implement, uphold and promote our operating procedures and behavioural and leadership standards.

· Be an Ambassador of the HomeSafe culture and ensure that at all times the region and their people comply with responsibilities under the Health & Safety and Environmental policies and processes and understand the impact of these on customers/external partners/stakeholders.

· Support the Group SHE/Central Services teams in protecting the good name and business and ethical integrity and brand reputation of the company. 

· Any other duties as reasonably requested. Key Business Deliverables · Deliver key SHE targets in accordance with Gleeson operational policy, processes and best practice re-quirements

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· Lead the delivery of a step change in SHE operating performance and ability to deliver its Business Plan and growth requirements developing strategies for maintaining such performance

· Evidence of leading effective continuous improvement plans and change management which contributes to improved business performance.

· Evidence of being a senior ambassador of the Gleeson culture, business model and values

· Evidence of creating a high-performance culture and high employee engagement through application of competency practices and any other activities or processes.

· Delivering a transparent approach to business opportunities, issues and risk being solution focused.
 

The Ideal Candidate

· A relevant SHE qualification and SHE experience in leading a successful and sustainable residential house

building operation.

· A proven track record of developing productive relationships with a variety of stakeholders and capable

of influencing at all levels.

Competency Levels

Customer First Tactical

Collaboration Operational

Communication Tactical

Innovation and Change Operational

Problem Solving and Decision Making Operational

Self-Development Operational

Leadership N/A

· Experience of introducing policies, procedures, processes and systems effectively; and enabling positive cultural change 

· Proven experience of establishing a positive health and safety culture in a complex, multi-site organiza-tion 

· In-depth knowledge of H&S legislation and best practice and requirements. 

· Knowledge of construction processes and related activities 

· Ability to influence effectively at all levels including key Senior Executives, Directors, and other Stakehold-ers. 

· Experience of being a role model with a passion and commitment in line with/similar to our values. 

· Excellent communication (written/verbal) and presentation skills. 

· Excellent planning, project management, organisation, and decision-making capability. 

· Strong problem solving and analysis skills. 

· Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills. 

· Ability to differentiate between conflicting priorities/issues to identify underlying causes. 

· Ability to manage multiple tasks and assess priorities effectively. 

· Ability to work closely with regional management team and Central Services support functions.

Package Description

• Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days per annum + bank holidays
• Choice of company car or car allowance
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Holiday Buy Back Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance Scheme
• Healthshield membership
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Share Purchase Plan

Why Gleeson?