Role Overview
* Provide strategic leadership across Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) functions. Ensure compliance with UK legislation, ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001), and customer requirements while driving continuous improvement, safety culture, and right-first-time quality.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Governance
* Lead QHSE compliance, strategy, and best practice
* Implement integrated QHSE systems aligned with ISO standards
* Report KPIs and performance to senior leadership
* Promote behavioural safety and continuous improvement culture
Quality Management
* Maintain QA systems and improvement tools (process mapping, 6S, VSM, quality circles)
* Manage audits (internal, customer, external) and certifications
* Ensure product compliance, documentation control, and NCR management
Health & Safety
* Ensure full H&S compliance across operations
* Oversee risk assessments, safe systems of work, and emergency planning
* Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
Environmental Management
* Ensure ISO 14001 compliance
* Manage environmental risks (waste, chemicals, pollution prevention)
* Monitor sustainability and environmental performance
Auditing & Compliance
* Lead audits and certification processes
* Implement corrective and preventative actions
* Liaise with regulators and external auditors
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
* Experience leading QHSE in manufacturing/engineering (ideally complex/multi-site)
* Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 & ISO 14001
* NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)
* Experience in risk assessment, incident investigation, and compliance
* Proven track record improving QHSE performance
Skills & Attributes
* Background in heavy engineering, electrical manufacturing, utilities, or energy
* Strong leadership and stakeholder management
* Analytical, detail-oriented, and problem-solving mindset
* Ability to deliver QHSE strategy supporting operational excellence and growth