Regional SHE Manager

Job Introduction

We have an exciting new opportunity at Gleeson for a Regional SHE Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for Health & Safety professionals, who are passionate about delivering H&S guidance and working collaboratively with the wider regional teams. 

The purpose of this role is to provide a holistic approach to the systematic management, governance and assessment of all Health & Safety and designated Environmental aspects embedded within operating practices to ensure Gleeson and, its operating businesses and employees comply with their statutory obligations.

Role Responsibility

At Gleeson Homes, we’re genuinely passionate about what we do. We invest in our people and our communities, building homes, changing lives. We’re looking for an ambassador of the Gleeson Brand, who works passionately, collaborative and respectfully.

As a Regional SHE Manager, you will:

• · 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.
• Undertake continuous reviews, monitor and advise on the overall effectiveness of SHE policy, procedures and activity, associated risk management and control and governance processes and ensure these are implemented by the regional management team.
• Work 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.
• 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.

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.
• 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 organization
• 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 Stakeholders.
• 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?

Gleeson Homes