QHSE Manager

Location: EssexSalary: £45k - 50k per annum (dependent on experience)Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 16:30 (37.5 hours per week)

About the Company

Our client is a well-established manufacturing business within the window and door sector. They are seeking an experienced QHSE Manager to lead quality, health & safety and environmental compliance across their operations.

This is a key leadership role responsible for maintaining high standards, ensuring regulatory compliance and driving continuous improvement across the manufacturing environment.

The Role

The QHSE Manager will develop, implement and maintain the company's Quality, Health & Safety and Environmental Management Systems.

You will ensure compliance with UK legislation, industry standards and internal policies while promoting a culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management

• Manage and maintain the Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001
• Ensure products meet required specifications, regulatory standards and customer expectations
• Conduct internal quality audits and manage external certification audits
• Oversee supplier quality assessments
• Investigate product defects, non-conformances and customer complaints
• Implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor quality performance and produce management reports

Health & Safety

• Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
• Develop and maintain risk assessments, method statements and safe systems of work
• Lead accident and near miss investigations
• Conduct regular safety inspections and site audits
• Deliver health and safety training and toolbox talks
• Promote a proactive health and safety culture across the organisation

Environmental Management

• Manage environmental systems in line with ISO 14001 where applicable
• Support the development of the Energy Management System in accordance with ISO 50001
• Monitor and analyse energy consumption across manufacturing operations
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve energy efficiency
• Lead initiatives to reduce carbon footprint and environmental impact
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation relating to waste, recycling and emissions
• Manage waste disposal processes and external contractors

Compliance and Auditing

• Maintain compliance with relevant building regulations and industry standards within the window and door sector
• Prepare for and manage external audits and regulatory inspections
• Maintain accurate compliance documentation and reporting

Leadership and Communication

• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on QHSE matters
• Chair health and safety meetings
• Report QHSE performance to senior management
• Support and develop QHSE team members where applicable

About You

• Experience in a QHSE, Quality or Health & Safety management role within manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation
• Experience managing ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 management systems
• Experience conducting audits and implementing corrective actions
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication and leadership ability
• Strong attention to detail and a compliance focused mindset

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent Health & Safety qualification
• Environmental qualification such as IEMA desirable
• IOSH membership or similar professional body desirable

How to Apply

To apply for the QHSE Manager position, click Apply Now and upload your CV. A member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application and the next steps.