QHSE Manager

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Gloucester, UKtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
JR101196
** Position Summary
** We are seeking an accomplished QHSE Manager to lead the Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental function at our Secure Systems & Technologies business unit.

This important leadership role is focused on ensuring excellence in product quality, with a primary emphasis on audit compliance, the continuous advancement of our Quality Management System (QMS) and fostering a culture of excellence across operations. The role will also ensure compliance with HSE legislation and company policies, creating a safe and healthy work environment and a culture of ‘safety first’.
** Key Responsibilities
*** Lead, maintain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO 9001, ISO 17025, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards as well as customer requirements.
* Lead and develop the QHSE team to deliver high standards of compliance, assurance, and performance across the business unit.
* Support the ongoing accreditation of ISO 9001, ISO 17025, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
* Act as the primary interface with external auditors, accreditation bodies, regulatory agencies, customer quality representatives; manage audit schedules and responses.
* Champion a culture of continuous improvement (CI), embedding lean principles and driving change initiatives across functions.
* Oversee internal audit programmes and ensure robust corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
* Generation of customer specific quality plans and liaison with customers and suppliers over quality related issues.
* Lead incident investigations and risk assessments.
* Coordinate and deliver required QHSE training and awareness, ensuring all staff are appropriately trained and aware of QHSE responsibilities.
* Support product and process quality through effective inspection, testing, and root cause analysis techniques.
* Provide QA leadership in new product introduction (NPI), design reviews, and configuration/change control processes.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues and improve performance.
* Monitor and report quality performance metrics to senior leadership, offering strategic insights and recommendations.
* Partner with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to develop and sustain a network of high-performing, compliant suppliers.
* Lead, coach, and develop the Quality Assurance team, fostering ownership, accountability, and excellence.
** Required Qualifications & Experience
*** Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering preferred) or demonstrable equivalent experience in quality leadership.
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in a QHSE leadership role within manufacturing.
* Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and related standards.
* Experience with QMS platforms.
* Lead Auditor trained with a proven track record of managing audits and accreditation processes.
* NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma (or willingness to work towards).
* Professional membership of IOSH or IIRSM (or willingness to work towards).
* Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt) — advantageous.
** Skills & Competencies
*** Demonstrated success in managing external audits, accreditation processes, and customer quality engagements.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organisation.
* Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
* Ability to drive quality culture change and foster cross-functional collaboration.
* Commercial awareness and ability to balance compliance with business needs.
* Analytical mindset with attention to detail and a drive for accountability.
* Strategic thinker with the ability to influence and promote change.
* Proficient in CI methodologies and lean tools.
** Other Requirements
*** Must be eligible for or hold Security Clearance (SC).
* Infrequent travel to suppliers, customers, and other company sites may be required.
** What we can offer you:
*** Flexible working practices – we work a 9-day fortnight, offer flexitime, and…