QSHE Manager

Job Description

QSHE ManagerLocation: Washington, NE38 8QASalary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annumThe company, based in Washington, are the market-leading manufacturer of specialist weaving machinery and ancillary equipment. They also manufacture Axminster carpets and are proudly embarking on a project to set up GBs largest Axminstercarpet manufacturing facility, in Washington.The company are actively recruiting for a QSHE Manager to join their growing team.The QSHE Managers purpose is to develop and manage the Companys health & safety, environmental and quality management systems ensuring compliance to relevant legislation. Work towards achieving relevant ISO standards. Maintain a safe place to work encouragingcontinuous improvement across the HSE remit.Site Remit:Site Lead: GTM, Alston Road & Walton Road, Washington, NE38 8QASite Cover: Ulster Yarns, Dewsbury & WakefieldTravel required to all sites.Experience

• Role would suit an experienced H&S / Quality / Environmental Officer or Site Lead seeking their next step or to widen their remit.
• Experience in developing and implementing management systems to ISO standards
• 3-5 years experience working in a site lead role in a manufacturing / engineering environment
• Ability to interpret complex legislation into practical solutions
• Experience in a continuous improvement environment participating and/or leading in improvement projects

Qualification

• NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health and/or (or equivalent)
• NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Environmental Management (or equivalent)
• Engineering related qualification may be advantageous
• Internal auditor or Lead Auditor qualification
• Knowledge, experience or qualification to be a competent Risk Assessor / COSHH Assessor

Personal Attributes

• Visibility & Presence - approachable to all staff on site with the ability to influence behaviours
• Attention to detail - ensuring accurate and up to date records are maintained
• Planning & Organising - a programme of risk assessment and analysis
• Analytical - A natural problem solver with the ability to find resolutions to complex challenges
• Great communication skills, ability to communicate complex information with colleagues
• Ability to work on own initiative and contribution to the wider team
• Flexibility - ability to travel to all sites within the remit

Main Duties & Responsibilities:Management Systems, Audit, Legal Compliance & Insurance:

• Establish and maintain effective HSEQ management systems to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and work towards the achievement of relevant ISO standards
• Put a programme in place to ensure the site achieves IMO accreditation
• Prepare for and take the lead on external audits and/or compliance visits from regulatory bodies
• Address non-compliance matters in line with agreed timeframes
• Identify areas for improvement within all management systems

Risk Management:

• Review, develop and implement relevant HSEQ policies and procedures to ensure risk is managed across the remit.
• Co-ordinate a programme of risk assessment & internal audit ensuring follow up actions are taken within a reasonable timeframe.
• Ensure a programme of statutory inspections are in place and up to date i.e. LOLER, PUWER, FLT, PAT.
• Ensure effective Contractor Management arrangements are in place to include site safety while working on site, RAMS, SSOW, Permit to Work etc.
• Co-ordinate regular internal site inspections documenting and reporting on good practice, opportunities for improvement, relevant data sampling and readings

Accident & Incident Reporting:

• Co-ordinate and lead on any onsite emergencies with regards to both safety such as accidents, fire etc. and/or environmental incidents such as chemical spill, pollution to land/air etc.
• Complete and document thorough accident and incident investigations to identify the root cause
• Propose and implement suitable short and long resolutions to prevent recurrence
• Report to and liaise with relevant regulatory, insurance and licenced bodies as required

Product Quality & QMS

• Ensure governance of site Quality Management System (QMS), leading continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure operational compliance to product and process specifications
• Promote a strong quality awareness culture throughout the business and initiating, encouraging and measuring quality improvements
• Co-ordinate internal product testing and external product certification as a support function for production and sales teams
• Manage the Customer Complaints process to ensure prompt resolution, investigation and establishment of root cause and preventative actions to the satisfaction of our customers.

Communication, Engagement & Development:

• Co-ordinate relevant communication structures to ensure key objectives are agreed, communicated, and reviewed regularly e.g. H&S Committee, Quality and Environmental Review Meetings.
• Ensure the relevant Company personnel is provided with legal updates as necessary
• Actively engage with employees across all areas of the business to promote positive progress towards achieving the relevant HSEQ standards.
• Provide all new employees with HSEQ induction training relevant to their job role. Arrange ongoing refresher training as appropriate.
• Ensure the Company is suitably resourced with First Aiders, AED users, Fire Marshalls, Manual Handling, and Internal Auditors.

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, then please do not hesitate in applying with your CV and a covering letter.