Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental (QHSE) Auditor

Job description

Health, Safety and Environmental (QHSE) Auditor

Midlands, but negotiable (with travel)

REPORTING TO: Head of Health, Safety and Compliance

PENSION: NEST Auto Enrolment after three months of service

HOLIDAYS: 28 days paid leave, including 8 statutory bank holidays; 30 days after 5 years of service

About Glendale:

Glendale is a pioneering provider of green space management services across the UK. With over thirty years of experience, we lead the way in grounds maintenance, tree management, and landscaping solutions. Our approach is rooted in sustainability, focusing on creating and maintaining vibrant green spaces that enhance community well-being and biodiversity.

Glendale prides itself on forming long-lasting relationships with clients, from government bodies to private sector companies, ensuring that every project meets our high-quality and safety standards. Our extensive range of services is tailored to meet each client's unique needs, underpinned by a commitment to environmental excellence and innovative practices. This dedication has solidified our position as a leader in the green services industry, driving us to evolve and adapt in pursuit of excellence continually.

Role Summary:

The QHSE Auditor plays a crucial role in supporting Glendale’s internal compliance efforts across the Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) functions. This is a predominantly audit-focused role that involves reviewing operational sites and processes, identifying areas for improvement, and assisting in maintaining legal compliance and internal standards.

This role is well-suited to an individual looking to build a long-term career in safety, compliance, or environmental assurance. You will be home-based, with regular national travel, and supported with coaching and formal training to grow your technical knowledge and auditing capability.

The successful candidate will be expected to travel nationally across the UK to conduct audits and ensure consistent application of our internal protocols. While a strong background in internal auditing is preferred, we are committed to supporting the right candidate in developing these skills further through coaching, where needed.

In addition to leading our audit efforts, this role is integrally involved in all facets of QHSE, providing a unique opportunity to influence and shape the safety culture within a leading green services provider. This position requires a self-driven, dynamic, detail-oriented professional who can effectively balance multiple responsibilities and drive continuous organisational improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits across Glendale’s contracts, focusing on health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance.
• Assess and report on site compliance, working practices, documentation, and risk controls.
• Identify areas of risk or non-compliance, escalate findings appropriately, and assist with follow-up actions.
• Maintain and update safety and audit records in line with internal procedures and legislation.
• Assist in incident and accident investigations, as required.
• Provide feedback and support to contract managers to help improve standards and promote a positive safety culture.
• Liaise with the Head of Health, Safety and Compliance to share insights and contribute to ongoing improvements.
• Serve as an advisor and support to the Head of Health, Safety and Compliance Manager, National Health and Safety Group and Senior Leadership Team on all health, safety, and risk management matters.

Person Specification

Essential:

• A keen interest in QHSE and developing a career in compliance or auditing.
• A minimum of IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH Certificate is desirable.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel nationally, with occasional overnight stays.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Desirable:

• Prior experience in internal auditing or health and safety compliance.
• Experience working in grounds maintenance, landscaping, facilities or a similar field-based sector.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, 45001.

Career Development

Although there is no immediate step into a management role, Glendale is a growing organisation, and opportunities for career progression may emerge for the right candidate. Following the successful completion of the probation period, tailored training and qualification support (e.g., NEBOSH General Certificate, internal auditor certification, as needed) will be made available.

BENEFITS:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), rising to 30 after 5 years’ service
• Company laptop, phone, PPE and home-working equipment as required
• Business mileage reimbursed in line with company policy
• Pension scheme (NEST)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities following probation

NOTICE PERIOD: Six Months probation period and then Three Months.