Wigan QHSE, Head Office Permanent
QHSE Co-Ordinator
Ainscough Crane Hire – Head Office, Standish (Wigan)
Occasional travel to depots may be required.
Are you highly organised, detail-focused, and passionate about health, safety, quality, and compliance?
Ainscough Crane Hire is looking for a proactive QHSE Co-Ordinator to join our Head Office team in Standish. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting the systems, processes and reporting that help keep the UK’s leading crane hire company operating safely, efficiently and compliantly.
If you enjoy working across multiple projects, managing important data and systems, and being at the centre of a fast-paced operational business — we’d love to hear from you.
Why join Ainscough Crane Hire?
As the UK’s leading crane company, we operate from 30 locations nationwide, delivering contract lifts, crane hire and specialist lifting solutions across a wide range of industries.
Safety is at the heart of everything we do. Our industry-recognised “Always Make the Safe Choice” ethos drives our culture and helps ensure every project is delivered safely, professionally and to the highest standards.
Our people are what make us successful — and we’re committed to creating an environment where they can thrive.
What’s in it for you?
1. Bi-annual retention bonus
2. 24 days annual leave
3. Additional annual leave after 2 years’ service, 5 years’ service, and every 5 years thereafter
4. Option to purchase up to 5 additional holidays annually (salary sacrifice scheme)
5. Group life assurance (3x basic salary)
6. Pension scheme (4% employer / 5% employee contribution)
7. Online access to payslips, holiday booking and personal information
8. Access to our Ainscough Advantage employee benefits platform
9. Staff forums held three times a year — giving employees a real voice within the business
10. Ongoing training and development opportunities
The role
This is a varied role where you’ll help maintain our QHSE systems, support reporting processes, coordinate audits and accreditations, and provide vital administrative support to the wider QHSE function.
You’ll be working closely with teams across the business to ensure our safety, quality and compliance standards remain industry-leading.
Key responsibilities include:
11. Maintaining and updating our Integrated Management System (IMS)
12. Monitoring accident, incident and near miss reporting
13. Producing QHSE reports for management and board meetings
14. Collating monthly regional QHSE data
15. Supporting internal and external audits
16. Managing company accreditations and certifications
17. Coordinating compliance documentation and questionnaires
18. Managing reporting systems including AssessNet and Power BI uploads
19. Supporting property compliance inspections and testing
20. Assisting with QHSE input for commercial bids and tenders
21. Processing invoices and purchase orders
22. Reviewing supply chain pre-approval submissions
23. Acting as a key point of contact for day-to-day QHSE queries across the business
24. Supporting Head Office facilities compliance
25. Acting as First Aider and Fire Marshal for Head Office
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for someone who is organised, proactive and eager to develop their career within QHSE.
You’ll ideally have:
26. IOSH Managing Safely and/or ISO Internal Auditor qualification (training can be provided for the right candidate)
27. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
28. Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
29. Confidence using Microsoft Office applications
30. The ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
31. A collaborative, team-focused approach
32. A genuine interest in developing within the QHSE field
Development opportunities
We invest in our people and offer opportunities to continue developing your career through qualifications such as:
33. NEBOSH General Certificate Level 3
34. ISO IMS Lead Auditor
35. Mental Health First Aid
If you’re looking for a role where your organisation, coordination skills and attention to detail can make a real impact in a business where safety comes first — apply today.
**Ainscough Crane Hire is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value diversity and are committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment process. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will consider all candidates based solely on merit and business need. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.**