QHSE Engineer

Job Title

QHSE Engineer

Lancaster

£30,000 – £35,000 per annum based on experience

Permanent, Full Time

White Cross Rubber Products Limited is a specialised manufacturer of rubber sheetings and rubber coated textiles supplying a wide range of industries across the globe. Possessing a long heritage and in-depth know‑how, many of our products and solutions are unique within the UK.

Due to growth within our business, we are seeking to appoint a QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety & Environment) Engineer to bolster our current resources in these areas. Working closely with our production, technical, engineering and management teams, the role will provide support to meet the evolving demands placed on our business.

The QHSE Engineer will ensure company compliance with standards (ISO 9001), develop and implement policies (alongside senior management), champion quality throughout our operation, conduct risk assessments and audits, investigate incidents, manage documentation, provide training, and drive continuous improvement in safety, quality and environmental performance across operations. Key duties involve audits, training, policy writing, risk analysis, incident investigation, and reporting KPIs to management, focusing on preventing accidents and enhancing efficiency.

• Policy & Systems:
  Develop, implement, and maintain QHSE management systems and procedures.
• Quality:
  Monitor and report in‑process and final product quality, assessing trends and liaising with stakeholders to drive better outcomes.
• Auditing:
  Conduct internal and supplier audits (ISO 9001) gap assessments and inspections.
• Risk Management:
  
  Perform risk assessments, JHA’s, and manage Management of Change.
• Incident Management:
  Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses (root cause analysis) and implement corrective actions.
• Training:
  Develop and deliver effective health & safety training, toolbox talks, and induction programmes.
• Compliance:
  Monitor adherence to health, safety and environmental legislation and company standards, liaising with regulatory bodies.
• Documentation:
  Maintain up‑to‑date records, policies and generate performance reports/KPIs.
• Emergency Response:
  Participate in and organise emergency planning and drills.

• NEBOSH certificate or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge and experience of ISO standards (9001).
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation, environmental monitoring and waste management.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving and project management skills.
• Attention to detail and leadership abilities.
• Training can be provided to fill any gaps.
• Experience in high hazard or chemical manufacturing environment preferred.

The position is full‑time working 39 hours per week across Monday to Friday (half day) and is based on site with 45 minutes for lunch.
£30,000 – £35,000 per annum based on experience
24 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
Sick pay and profit share after qualifying period

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Candidates with experience of Health & Safety Manager, H & S Advisor, Compliance Officer, EHS Advisor, Environmental Safety Officer, Quality Advisor, SHEQ Officer, ISO Compliance Officer, NEBOSH, SHEQ Advisor, Health and Safety Engineer, SHEQ Engineer, Health and Safety Officer, Inspection & Audit Officer also be considered for this role.