Job Description
Quality, Health, Safety and Environment Manager - (QHS&E Manager)
* Permanent position
* Location: Earl’s Colne, Colchester, Essex - Own transport recommended due to location
* Salary: £45,000, plus excellent benefits
Established busy sub-contract Electro-Mechanical Manufacturing Facility based in Essex is looking to recruit a QHS&E Manager to oversee all aspects of quality, health, safety, environmental, and facility management functions at the Essex site. The role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies, promotes a culture of safety and environmental responsibility, and drives continuous improvement in QHS&E performance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Approve first-off article inspection reports.
* Manage supplier evaluations and assessments.
* Develop, update, and maintain company QHS&E procedures.
* Investigate and resolve supplier and internal non-conformities efficiently.
* Handle customer complaints, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and involved.
* Oversee the annual QHS&E schedule and conduct internal audits.
* Prepare and present the annual management review.
* Host third-party audits, including those for hazardous areas, quality, environmental, and health & safety.
* Maintain and update company health & safety registers.
* Complete and submit customer questionnaires.
* Review and ensure compliance with environmental legislation and other relevant regulations.
* Analyse and report on quality and environmental metrics quarterly and annually.
* Coordinate external and internal calibration activities.
* Promote a culture of health and safety, engaging all employees to raise awareness.
* Conduct health and safety risk assessments.
* Lead quality and environmental improvement initiatives across all departments.
* Manage the introduction and implementation of ISO 45001.
* Promote and implement Lean manufacturing techniques throughout the organisation.
Travel Requirements:
* Occasional travel to other facilities and suppliers as required.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering (preferably with an electronics background).
* Strong ability to work cross-functionally and collaboratively.
* Understanding of hazardous area quality systems and relevant industry standards.
* In-depth knowledge of quality and environmental management systems.
* Proven auditing skills.
* Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented.
* Data-driven approach with strong analytical and decision-making skills.
Hours – 40hrs p/week - Monday to Thursday 07.30 - 16.30, Friday 07.30 - 13.30
Salary – £45,000 PA, plus excellent benefits
Full job description available upon application.