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Quality, Health and Safety Manager
Job Posted: 19 hours ago
Salary: £ 58,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leicester
Expire in: a month
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
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