SHEQ Coordinator

SHEQ Coordinator

Location: Ashford Kent United Kingdom
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Sunray Engineering Limited is a leading specialist manufacturer and installer of steel and timber security and fire doors, along with associated products including louvre panels, solid panels, access hatches, and enhanced blast and ballistic protection solutions. We supply a diverse customer base across the UK and worldwide.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented SHEQ Coordinator to support the delivery and continual improvement of our Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) management systems across the business.

Reporting to the SHEQ Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with legislative requirements, industry standards, and company policies. You will assist with audits, investigations, training, reporting, and the maintenance of management systems to promote a positive safety culture and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and maintenance of SHEQ policies, procedures, and management systems.
• Coordinate and maintain SHEQ documentation, records, and databases.
• Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring corrective actions are effectively managed and closed out.
• Monitor and report on SHEQ performance metrics, KPIs, and trends.
• Support accident, incident, near-miss, and non-conformance investigations.
• Ensure risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work are reviewed and maintained.
• Coordinate SHEQ communications, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns.
• Support compliance with ISO standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 where applicable.
• Liaise with operational teams to promote continuous improvement and best practice.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and industry requirements.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in a SHEQ, Health & Safety, Quality, or Compliance coordination role.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation and management systems.
• Experience supporting audits and compliance activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. 

Desirable Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Internal Auditor qualification.
• Experience working within construction, manufacturing, engineering sectors.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Experience with SHEQ reporting systems and compliance software. 

What We Offer

We believe in investing in our people and supporting long-term career development. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary.
• Quarterly Company Bonus Incentive
• Company pension scheme
• 25 Days Holiday entitlement plus statutory holidays.
• Holiday Flex Scheme
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression.

We review applications regularly, so early applications are encouraged.

We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us. To make sure your personal data is safe, we don’t look at any applications sent by email or post. If you have any questions about the role or the process, email sandy.wiltshire@sunraydoors.co.uk

Let’s create a safer and more open world – together!