SHEQ Assistant

Join a leading London-based recycling and waste management company that's at the forefront of sustainability, innovation, and community impact based in Willesden. This modern, family-run business offers a friendly, supportive, and professional environment where you can develop your career and make a real difference as a SHEQ Assistant.

Job Overview

• An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and ambitious SHEQ Assistant to support the Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) management team.
• This is a career development role ideal for someone looking to grow into a compliance or sustainability leadership position within 18-24 months.
• You'll work closely with senior compliance managers to ensure the company's operations meet all safety, environmental, and quality standards, while maintaining industry accreditations including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and PAS 402.
• The position combines administrative tasks, compliance monitoring, and hands-on site work - offering the chance to gain valuable industry qualifications and practical experience in sustainability and compliance management.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative and Compliance Support:

• Organise, plan, and document regular SHEQ meetings.
• Maintain SHEQ documentation and assist with audits and accreditation processes.
• Update and monitor SHEQ KPIs, policies, and risk assessments.
• Manage feedback cards, employee records, and toolbox talks.
• Support preparation for internal and external audits, ensuring timely closeout of actions.

Site-Based Activities:

• Conduct regular site visits and inspections across multiple locations.
• Support emergency drills, risk assessments, and contractor RAMS reviews.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety, first aid, and health & safety regulations.
• Deliver site inductions and assist with accident and incident investigations.

Environmental and Sustainability Support:

• Assist with Environmental Agency (EA) enquiries and inspections.
• Monitor environmental impacts such as dust, noise, and pollution.
• Support reporting processes for hazardous waste, COSHH, and sustainability data.
• Contribute to the development of carbon reduction and sustainability initiatives.

Job Requirements

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong attention to detail and a methodical, analytical mindset.
• Proactive, "can-do" attitude with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Full UK driving licence (required for site travel).

Qualifications and Development:

• Ideally degree-educated, though equivalent experience will be considered.
• Previous experience in a SHEQ, compliance, or administrative support role is advantageous.
• Willingness to undertake professional training and gain qualifications such as:
• NVQ Level 3 in Occupational Health & Safety
• IEMA Environmental Foundation or Intermediate Course
• Internal Auditor Qualification

Salary:

• Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Benefits:

• Company vehicle
• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• On-site parking and gym facilities at head office
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Excellent training and career progression opportunities
• Health and wellbeing support
• Opportunities to get involved in community and sustainability initiatives

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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