Job Title: QHSE Manager

Contact: Conor OHagan

Description:

We are seeking an experienced and driven QHSE Manager to join a leading manufacturing and distribution operation based in Co Antrim. This is a pivotal leadership role where you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact by driving a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and compliance across the organisation. Reporting directly to the Operations Director, the QHSE Manager will play a key role in reducing the cost of quality, enhancing right-first-time performance, and ensuring adherence to Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Role:

1. Competitive salary and benefits package.
2. Opportunity to lead and influence business performance and culture.
3. Based in Co Antrim, working within a supportive and values-driven team environment.

The Role:

As the QHSE Manager, you will:

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust Quality Management Systems (QMS) in line with ISO 9001 and customer requirements.
• Lead internal, external, customer, and certification audits.
• Manage non-conformances, root cause analysis, and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Oversee Supplier Quality Assurance, including audits and corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain the Health & Safety Management System, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments, accident investigations, and lead safety training initiatives.
• Drive environmental initiatives to reduce waste, energy usage, and overall environmental impact.
• Monitor changes in legislation and standards, ensuring compliance across the organisation.
• Track, analyse, and report key QHSE KPIs, producing monthly reports on compliance and performance.
• Coach and support managers and supervisors in their QHSE responsibilities, fostering a proactive safety culture.

The Person:

To excel in this role, you will need:

• A degree (or equivalent experience) in Quality, Engineering, Technical, Business, or a related field.
• 5 + years’ experience in a Quality / QHSE leadership role within manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong experience with ISO 9001 and quality audit management.
• Proven ability to deliver continuous improvement and exceed business targets.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and IT skills.
• A self-driven, resilient attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Criteria:

• NEBOSH or formal Health & Safety qualification.
• Experience with ISO 14001.
• Lean / Continuous Improvement experience.

The Reward:

This role offers:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• 31 days annual leave plus a holiday purchase scheme.
• Workplace pension and life assurance.
• Health Cash Plan and Kingsbridge Diamond Membership.
• Employee discounts across 1,000s of high street and online retailers.
• Cycle to Work scheme and free financial advice.
• Reward & recognition programme, long service awards, and employee referral scheme.
• A supportive team environment aligned with values of Open & Honest, Respect, Teamwork, and Accountability.
• Opportunities to drive meaningful improvement and cultural change within a dynamic organisation.

Next Steps:

For further information and to apply for this QHSE Manager role, please contact Conor OHagan for a confidential chat.

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