SHEQ Manager

SHEQ Manager

Bury

On-site

£50,000 to £55,000 (DOE) + benefits

We're partnering with a leading organisation in the hardware and security solutions sector, currently undergoing an exciting period of growth and integration. They are now looking for an experienced SHEQ Manager to take ownership of Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety across their UK operations.

The Role

This is a broad, hands-on SHEQ management role where you'll play a key part in developing and maintaining the organisation's Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety management systems.

You'll be responsible for ensuring compliance with UK legislation and relevant international standards, whilst driving continuous improvement and promoting a strong culture of safety, quality and accountability throughout the business.

Working closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Technical, Customer Service and senior leadership teams, you'll provide expert guidance on SHEQ matters and help identify opportunities to improve processes, performance and compliance.

About You

We're looking for an experienced, proactive SHEQ professional who is comfortable operating in a hands-on manufacturing or corporate environment.

You'll have strong knowledge of UK legislation and international SHEQ standards, alongside the confidence to influence stakeholders at all levels. You'll be someone who can balance strategic thinking with practical delivery and is passionate about continuous improvement, compliance and creating a positive safety and quality culture.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement and maintain the Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001 or relevant industry standards

Lead internal and external audits, managing corrective and preventative actions and driving continuous improvement

Analyse quality data and metrics to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement

Manage customer complaints and non-conformances, ensuring effective root cause analysis and timely resolution

Develop and maintain the Environmental Management System in line with ISO 14001 or equivalent standards

Ensure compliance with relevant UK environmental legislation and regulations

Lead initiatives around waste reduction, energy efficiency, emissions and overall environmental performance

Develop and maintain the Health & Safety Management System in line with ISO 45001 or equivalent standards

Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation and internal safety requirements

Conduct risk assessments, safety audits and workplace inspections

Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Delived health, safety and environmental training and awareness programmes

Monitor QEHS performance indicators and provide regular reports and insights to senior management

Act as the key point of contact for QEHS matters internally and externally

Provide expert advice to senior leadership on QEHS risks, opportunities and compliance

Lead cross-functional QEHS projects and initiatives

Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, safety and quality across the organisation

What we are looking for

Proven experience in a QEHS management role, ideally within a manufacturing or corporate environment

Experience across Quality, Environment, Health & Safety

Strong working knowledge of UK legislation and relevant international standards

Experience working with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001

NEBOSH qualification or equivalent Health & Safety certification

Quality qualification such as CQE, IRCA Lead Auditor or equivalent would be advantageous

Strong experience with audits, risk management, compliance and continuous improvement

Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills

Confident working with senior leadership and cross-functional teams

Strong problem-solving and project management abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Office and QEHS management systems/software

A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and drive positive change

Why this role?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SHEQ professional to take ownership of a broad remit within a growing and evolving organisation. You'll have the opportunity to influence the SHEQ strategy, drive meaningful improvements and work closely with senior stakeholders across the business.

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