Job Description
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Quality & Health & Safety Manager
Location: UK-based (with some UK & occasional international travel)Salary: Competitive + BenefitsIndustry: ManufacturingEmployer:Confidential (represented by a specialist recruitment partner)
Are you an experienced Quality professional with strong Health & Safety expertise, looking to take ownership of a critical function within a growing manufacturing organisation?One of our long-standing clients is seeking a Quality & H&S Manager to lead their quality strategy, drive continuous improvement, and champion a safety-first culture across the business.
About the Role
In this senior position, you will have full responsibility for maintaining and developing the company’s Quality Management System and Health & Safety framework. You’ll play a key role in ensuring compliance with ISO9001, driving operational excellence, and supporting both manufacturing and non-manufacturing teams.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Management
* Own, review, and improve the Quality Management System to maintain ISO9001 compliance.
* Plan and lead internal audits to ensure adherence to standards and identify improvement opportunities.
* Use effective problem-solving tools to drive continuous quality improvements across the organisation.
* Define and monitor quality metrics (e.g., Cost of Poor Quality) to demonstrate progress.
* Collaborate with customers to communicate improvement activities and align expectations.
* Ensure SOPs are fit for purpose and support quality consistency.
Health & Safety
* Develop and implement H&S policies in line with UK and international regulations (e.g., ISO 45001).
* Conduct risk assessments and ensure all required controls are in place.
* Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
* Deliver H&S training and awareness activity across all teams.
* Maintain accurate records relating to incidents, compliance and training.
* Promote a proactive, safety-first culture company-wide.
Leadership & Collaboration
* Lead and develop the quality team, fostering capability and growth.
* Work cross-functionally with suppliers, customers, and internal departments.
* Prepare and present quality and H&S performance reports to senior leadership.
* Act as the primary point of contact for all quality and safety matters externally and internally.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in Quality Engineering/Quality Management.
* Manufacturing experience is essential.
* Strong leadership and people-management capability.
* Proficiency with precision measuring tools.
* Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
* Desirable: ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, Six Sigma, NEBOSH, or similar certifications.
Why Apply?
* Opportunity to take real ownership of quality and safety strategy.
* Key leadership role within a respected and stable manufacturing organisation.
* Strong career progression opportunities.
* Chance to influence continuous improvement across the entire business.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to step into a leadership role where your expertise can make a lasting impact, apply today. xsngvjr This position is being managed confidentially on behalf of our client — all enquiries are welcomed.