Quality and HSE Manager in North Shields

Work with a global leader in life safety and asset protection solutions headquartered in the USA and UK, with international offices. OsecoElfab designs and manufactures pressure relief solutions including innovative rupture discs, explosion vents, and burst sensors that protect people, plant and the environment in nearly every industry around the world.

The Quality and HSE Manager is responsible for leading the development, implementation and maintenance of QHSE and other standards across the business. Working as part of a team, manage external QHSE representatives, champion Quality standards in production and engineering departments and support commercial efforts.

• Manage the QHSE team to achieve control, monitoring and implementation of QHSE and contract governance in line with Company policies and procedures.
• Lead QHSE activities to embed continuous improvement activities, methodologies and mindset.
• Develop, maintain and improve the business Integrated Management System to underpin QHSE and operating standards.
• Review QHSE risks and escalate where appropriate.
• Support the training and development of all staff to ensure awareness and understanding of QHSE standards and the relevance to business objectives.
• Manage internal audits and ensure corrective actions are met.
• Implement the Crisis Management Plan and ensure robust line of escalation exists.
• Provide a single business focus for accident and incident reporting and assist with subsequent investigation process.
• Provide trend analysis to Management Team to support and provide focus for driving positive behaviours and culture within the business.
• Develop Business Continuity Plans and participate in any table top or live exercises to test the plans.
• Monitor, audit and report on business QHSE performance and provide assurance to contract, site management and client management teams.
• Maintain quality, safety and environmental systems, implement and audit compliance with ISO 9001, 14001, OHSAS 18001.
• Provide leadership to support the management of supply chains and compliance with QHSE standards through ‘Point of Work Assessments’ audit and review of operating practice and systems.
• Ensure appropriate resources are provided to support a compliant business and to identify any systemic weakness.

This job description provides a comprehensive overview of the main responsibilities expected in this role. However, it is not an all-encompassing list and may be updated in the future to reflect changing role requirements and business needs.

Some UK and international travel (full driving license required).

• Working within precision engineering and manufacturing environments.
• Managing manufacturing and engineering practices.
• Implementing and maintaining QHSE systems across a manufacturing and engineering business.
• Management change and good analytical skills.
• Management and maintaining client and stakeholder relationships.
• Understanding PED and ASME standards.
• Commercial understanding of FM management contracts and operational business processes.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workflow.
• Clear, articulate communication skills both oral and written.
• Numerically literate.
• Good knowledge of MS Office tools including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Experience of business systems e.g. Epicor, Oracle, etc.

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent qualification) in relevant technical field.
• NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health or equivalent.
• IEMA Diploma.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over‑achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with us!

Our comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare programs, generous retirement plans, 14 weeks paid parental leave, and much more.

Always feel your best with medical cover, health check‑ups and wellness programs. Our generous retirement plans will help you build a secure and rewarding future.

Join a team where innovation thrives, collaboration is key, and the work is as rewarding as it is fun.

Great work‑life balance options support you and your family while your work makes an impact around the world.

Join a global team where people come first. Use your skills, talent, and experience to drive innovation in life safety, with hands‑on learning, leadership development and opportunities for long‑term career advancement.

We partner with businesses worldwide, providing products, services and solutions that protect life and help create a safer, cleaner world.

We’re always keen to connect with talented people. If there’s no current role that fits, please reach out to our Talent & Culture team – we’d love to consider you for future opportunities.