QHSE Manager
Updated: Oct 7
Location: Staffordshire
Salary: Negotiable dependng on experience + benefits
RHA Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a successful and well-established UK manufacturing business in the search for an experienced Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental (QHSE) Manager.
Operating within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, our client is recognised for delivering high-quality products and services to major construction and infrastructure customers across the UK. They are committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and environmental performance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven QHSE professional to take ownership of the organisation's management systems, lead strategic improvement initiatives, and help embed a culture focused on operational excellence and zero-harm principles.
The Role
The QHSE Manager will provide leadership across all Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and business objectives.
Working closely with senior leadership and operational teams, you will drive continual improvement, support best practice, and develop systems that protect employees, customers, and the wider environment.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Governance
Develop and implement the company's QHSE strategy in line with legislative requirements and business objectives.
Provide regular performance reports and recommendations to senior management.
Lead organisational initiatives focused on improving quality, safety and environmental performance.
Act as the primary contact for external auditors, regulatory authorities, customers and accreditation bodies.
Compliance & Management Systems
Maintain and continually improve ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety and environmental legislation.
Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and implement necessary updates across the business.
Manage internal and external audit programmes, ensuring effective corrective and preventative actions.
Quality Management
Promote a "Right First Time" culture throughout the organisation.
Drive root cause analysis and resolution of quality issues.
Monitor quality performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement.
Work closely with operational teams to reduce defects, waste and rework.
Health & Safety
Lead the company's health and safety programme and risk management framework.
Conduct and oversee incident investigations, identifying lessons learned and implementing improvements.
Support managers in carrying out risk assessments and safe systems of work.
Promote a positive safety culture through engagement, training and leadership visibility.
Environmental Management
Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, permits and licences.
Lead sustainability and environmental improvement initiatives.
Support waste reduction, energy efficiency and resource management programmes.
Monitor environmental performance and drive continual improvement activities.
Leadership & Culture
Develop and mentor QHSE team members to achieve high performance standards.
Partner with operational, engineering and production teams to embed QHSE principles into day-to-day activities.
Deliver training, coaching and awareness initiatives across the business.
Foster a culture where quality, safety and environmental responsibility are core business values.
Skills & Experience
Essential
NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent health and safety qualification.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a QHSE leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
Proven experience managing audits, investigations and compliance programmes.
Demonstrable success in driving measurable improvements in quality, safety and environmental performance.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and leadership capabilities.
Desirable
Chartered IOSH status.
Experience of leading organisational change programmes.
Background within engineering, manufacturing or construction-related industries.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary dependant upon experience
Company pension scheme.
Discretionary bonus/profit share scheme.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Free on-site parking.
Opportunity to play a key role within a growing and successful manufacturing organisation.
A position where you can directly influence business performance, employee wellbeing and operational excellence.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced QHSE professional looking for a leadership role within a progressive manufacturing
business, RHA Recruitment would be pleased to hear from you. Apply today to discuss this opportunity in confidence.
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