Junior SHEQ Advisor at OCU

Leeds, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

SHEQ Policy Implementation, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, Site Inspections, Audits, Risk Assessments, SHEQ Training Delivery, Incident Investigation, RAMS Development, Environmental Compliance, Pollution Prevention, Waste Management, KPI Analysis, Legislation Compliance, CDM Regulations

Industry

Utilities

Description

OCU Group is looking for a Trainee SHEQ Advisor to work across Water Projects in the Yorkshire & North Lincolnshire region. As a Trainee SHEQ Advisor you will be supporting effective SHEQ delivery within the region. You will support the operational management in their endeavours to keep our people, assets, and the environment safe from harm. Responsibilities: Support operational teams to implement and maintain SHEQ policies, procedures, and management systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001). Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments across water infrastructure and treatment sites. Assist with delivering SHEQ training, toolbox talks, and briefings to staff, contractors, and stakeholders. Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; prepare detailed reports and implement corrective actions. Assist with the development of RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements). Promote best practices and ensure environmental compliance, particularly around pollution prevention, waste management, and discharge control. Maintain and analyse SHEQ data and KPIs, reporting findings to management and recommending improvements. Liaise with project teams, contractors, and clients) to ensure consistent SHEQ performance. Stay up to date with industry developments and changes in SHEQ legislation and regulations. What we are looking for: NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) Experience in a SHEQ role within utilities Good knowledge of UK H&S legislation, CDM Regulations, and environmental management practices Full UK driving licence (role may involve travel to multiple sites) Driven by values, powered by inclusion. At OCU, our values guide everything we do: integrity, collaboration, respect, innovation and one company united. They shape how we work with our clients, communities, and each other. We believe that inclusion is more than a principle — it’s the foundation of our success. By embracing equity and ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive, we create a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone feels they belong. Together, we build stronger teams, deliver better outcomes, and grow in ways that reflect the communities we serve. If you want to be part of a culture where values matter and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do apply now and help us shape the future together. If you are invited to progress in the recruitment process, will you require any reasonable adjustments to support you? Please let us know so we can ensure the process is accessible and fair for you. Any information you share will be treated confidentially and will only be used to support you during the recruitment process.

Responsibilities

The Trainee SHEQ Advisor will support operational teams in implementing and maintaining SHEQ policies across water projects, including conducting site inspections, audits, and risk assessments. Responsibilities also cover assisting with training, investigating incidents, developing RAMS, and ensuring environmental compliance.