QHSE Specialist – Chemical/Pharma Sector
If you’re someone who genuinely cares about quality, safety, and getting things right – this could be a great fit. I'm working with a small but highly specialised manufacturing business on the Cambridgeshire/Suffolk border who are on the lookout for a QHSE Specialist to join their team.
This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone with a background in quality, health & safety, and environmental systems in a chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing setting. You'll be working closely with the QHSE Manager to maintain and improve the systems that keep the team safe, compliant, and delivering top-quality products.
What you’ll be doing:
* Supporting the running of the quality management system (ISO 9001:2015).
* Getting involved in internal audits, investigations, and change control.
* Helping maintain documentation, manage non-conformances and customer complaints.
* Supporting health & safety programmes – from risk assessments to contractor compliance.
* Assisting with the day-to-day running of the QC lab and working alongside technical colleagues.
* Preparing for and supporting external audits.
What we’re looking for:
* Experience in QA and H&S within a fine chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
* Good knowledge of ISO 9001, and ideally exposure to 14001 and 45001.
* Auditing experience and a sharp eye for compliance.
* Comfortable working in a small, collaborative team where you’ll wear a few hats.
* NEBOSH preferred (IOSH as very minimum)
****Due to the location of the site, a driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential****
What you can expect in return:
* Salary in the region of £40,000 - £45,000, dependent on experience
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Pension + life assurance + income protection
* Health cash plan
* Bonus scheme
* Employee assistance support
* Working hours – Monday – Friday, 7.30am – 4.30pm OR 8.30am – 5.30pm
Interested to learn more? Get in touch with your CV today!