HSQE Manager / Health and Safety Manager in Ellesmere Port

An exciting opportunity for an experienced HSQE Manager to lead health, safety, quality and environmental compliance, ISO management systems and internal audit programmes, driving continuous improvement and regulatory compliance across the organisation.

As an HSQE Manager you will develop, implement and maintain ISO-accredited frameworks including ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and 17025, ensuring regulatory compliance and best practice across all operations. You will oversee internal audits, risk assessments, incident investigations and compliance monitoring. The HSQE Manager will work closely with senior leadership, providing management reports, driving continuous improvement and fostering a positive safety culture throughout the organisation.

DUTIES

• Management Systems Leadership: Develop, implement and maintain ISO management systems including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 17025 frameworks
• Compliance Monitoring: Produce and maintain a robust compliance monitoring plan ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Internal and External Audits: Conduct compliance reviews and audits to benchmark against standards and support external assessments
• Policy Development: Analyse legislation, regulatory updates and industry standards to create, update policies and procedures, and implement
• Reporting and Analysis: Produce management reports identifying non-compliance, recommending solutions and associated costings
• Training and Guidance: Provide constructive feedback and deliver training to improve efficiency and compliance awareness
• Regulatory Updates: Keep up to date with new legislation, codes of practice and accreditation requirements, ensuring timely implementation
• Stakeholder Liaison: Work collaboratively with team members of the Group, challenging behaviours that fall below required standards
• Documentation Control: Maintain accurate, high-quality documentation and ensure systems are organised and accessible
• Operational Support: Assist with routine checks, waste management processes and uphold quality assurance standards across the organisation

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Essential

• NEBOSH National Certificate
• Experience working within ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and 17025 frameworks
• Proven experience creating, implementing and maintaining management systems with successful external audit outcomes
• Previous experience in a similar HSQE, compliance or quality management role
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, legislation and codes of practice
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and documentation management
• Strong analytical, data interpretation and problem-solving skills

Desirable

• Certificate in Implementation of Standards
• Certificate in Internal and External Auditing
• Membership of relevant professional institutions
• Proactive, diligent and logical approach with strong attention to detail

BENEFITS

• Holiday package of 33 days including Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details.