QHSE Manager in Great Chesterford

We are looking for a QHSE Manager who will be responsible for all quality, safety and compliance aspects of our business activities, working from a strong perspective of continuous improvement.

The Role:

• Part Time role, reporting to COO
• Office based in Great Chesterford, Essex.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all quality, safety and compliance aspects of our business activities, working from a strong perspective of continuous improvement.
• Key to the success of this role is the ability to manage these areas in a commercially viable manner, suitable for the operation of a small to medium sized company.
• The ideal candidate will be proactive and independent, able to communicate with stakeholders to promote the positive impact effective quality systems can have on our business.
• We are also planning the introduction of a new DMS, so this is an ideal time to join the team to support this transformation.

Quality:

• Develop, implement, review and oversee existing QHSE management systems, ensuring compliance with local, national and international standards and legislation.
• Focus on auditing, monitoring, and review – reviewing processes to improve and re-implement procedures.
• Familiarity with engineering projects in an electronics design/development and manufacturing facility, where tracking design changes is key.
• Lead both internal and external audits, liaising with relevant stakeholders to ensure readiness and compliance, addressing any findings with appropriate corrective actions.
• Experience of working within an ISO environment and gaining accreditations.
• Liaise with relevant enforcement agencies.

H&S:

• Ensure safety and security in the workplace.
• Manage and perform risk assessments.
• Involved in all H&S areas – fire/emergency/disaster planning, incidents, injuries, near misses, COSHH, environmental factors, etc.
• Identify and assess training needs.

The Person:

• A graduate calibre individual, ideally with a technical background, who has a proven track record of success in senior QHSE roles.
• We are looking for flexibility and a can-do attitude alongside excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Experience of maintaining an ISO 9001 accreditation is essential.
• Some knowledge of export controls would be helpful, but training can be provided.
• An approach that focuses on the solution rather than the problem.
• A self-motivated individual, being a subject matter expert in this field.
• Experience of implementing a DMS would be helpful.

The Rewards:

In return, we offer an excellent package, a stimulating environment and a real interest in your development to encourage you to achieve your full potential. We are a versatile business, able to support career progression as appropriate. We are based just south of Cambridge with easy road and rail routes to the vibrant city centre. We provide a friendly and supportive working environment including regular on-site and off-site social events.