SHEQ Officer
SHEQ Officer
Overview:
Dennison Commercials Ltd is the sole Volvo Truck & Bus dealer and the leading provider of heavy commercial vehicles in Northern Ireland. Encompassing Dennison JCB, we are also the official JCB dealer for construction, industrial and access equipment and generators in Northern Ireland and Donegal.
We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an SHEQ Officer to join our successful growing organisation. This is a standalone role in which you will be responsible for maintaining accurate safety records, tracking training schedules, processing documentation, and ensuring the company remains compliant with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards. This is a developmental role with on-the-job training provided to help you build a career in SHEQ management.
Location:
The role will be based at our Head Office in Ballyclare. Travel to our regional depots in Coleraine, Dungannon and Newry will be required on an as and when needed basis.
Hours:
This is a full time position working 08:30 – 17:00, Monday to Friday.
Remuneration
Rate of pay will be dependent on experience. Other benefits include 30 days’ paid holiday per annum, a generous pension scheme, a health cash plan, death in service benefit, free car parking, cycle to work scheme and gym or leisure centre re-imbursement.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a very successful and well-established business.
As an equal opportunities employer, Dennison Commercials Ltd. welcomes applicants regardless of age, sex, marital status, race, sexual orientation, religious belief, political opinion or disability.
About this role
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
📋 Documentation & Record Keeping
Maintain the SHEQ management system by uploading, organizing, and archiving risk assessments, method statements, and policy documents.
Control version histories of standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure staff are using the most up-to-date forms.
Log incident reports, near-misses, and property damage onto the company database.
🎓 Training & Certification Tracking
Monitor the training matrix to ensure employee safety certificates (e.g., First Aid, Fire Warden, Forklift licenses) remain valid.
Book external training courses and coordinate attendance for staff members.
File digital copies of newly acquired certificates and qualifications.
🔍 Audit & Inspection Support
Prepare paperwork bundles for upcoming internal and external ISO audits (e.g., ISO 9001, 14001, 45001).
Track corrective action timelines, chasing department heads to ensure outstanding safety or quality actions are closed out.
Compile data for monthly SHEQ reports, such as calculating accident-free days or total waste recycled.
💬 Communication & Operations
Act as the first point of contact for routine SHEQ queries from staff or subcontractors.
Distribute safety alerts and "Toolbox Talks" topics to site or factory supervisors.
Order and manage stocks of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), safety signage, and first aid supplies.
What you will need
Required criteria
- NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety (or working towards).
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics.
- Strong administration and record-keeping skills.
- Good IT skills including Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to influence and engage employees at all levels.
- Strong attention to detail.
Skills needed for this job opportunity
Environmental Regulations
Managing Liability
Managing Quality
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Assessments
