Quality, Health and Safety Manager

Job Description:

Job Title: Quality, Health and Safety Manager

Location: East Midlands

Employment Type: Full-Time – Site based

Industry: Manufacturing

Salary: £60,000 + 25 days holiday, bank holidays, enhanced pension & health and well-being scheme, discretionary end of year performance related bonus scheme

About the Employer

This highly acclaimed UK manufacturer seeks a qualified and experienced Quality, Health and Safety Manager to join the operation in the East Midlands, reporting to the Site Director and Senior Stakeholders to drive through continued success and innovation across all areas of Quality and HSE. This role is best suited to a candidate with a minimum of 5 years previous QHSE manufacturing sector knowledge, combining a collaborative working approach across workforce teams with a keen focus on continuous improvement.

Overview

The Quality, Health and Safety Manager will lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of integrated management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001). This is a pivotal role that combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership to ensure compliance, drive performance, and foster a culture of safety, quality, and environmental responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management

• Develop and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001
• Lead internal audits, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across processes and products

Health & Safety Management

• Oversee ISO 45001-aligned Health & Safety Management System
• Conduct risk assessments, inspections, and incident investigations
• Deliver training programmes and manage site inductions
• Maintain the site risk register and lead BRC accreditation efforts

Environmental Management

• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 and environmental legislation
• Monitor and manage waste, emissions, and resource efficiency
• Lead sustainability projects and environmental risk assessments

Compliance & Reporting

• Stay current with QUESH legislation and regulatory requirements
• Prepare and submit reports to external bodies and internal stakeholders
• Act as the primary contact for audits, inspections, and certifications

Leadership & Culture

• Promote a proactive, inclusive safety and quality culture
• Coach and develop teams to improve performance and accountability
• Lead cross-functional QUESH initiatives and embed best practices
• Foster an empowered, motivated, and operationally excellent environment

Candidate Profile

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field (preferred)
• Proven experience in QUESH, HSEQ, or Health & Safety roles within manufacturing
• NEBOSH Certificate (Diploma and Lead Auditor certifications desirable)
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 standards
• Experience with BRC accreditation and external audit processes

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional communication and leadership skills
• Ability to influence and build relationships across all levels
• Proficiency in QHSE systems, auditing tools, and MS Office
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement training (preferred)
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, collaborative approach

To apply for this position, please submit a CV. Unfortunately, this client does not offer employment sponsorship.