QHSE & Compliance Manager
28 days ago
Ashford
The Role We are seeking an experienced QSEC Manager to take overall responsibility for Quality, Health & Safety, Environmental, and Compliance frameworks within a regulated engineering environment.This is a senior and influential position, with responsibility for ensuring legal, regulatory, and industry compliance while developing a strong culture of safety, accountability, quality, and continuous improvement.You will own and maintain the organisation's Integrated Management System (IMS) and act as a key point of contact for audits, regulators, accreditation bodies, and other external stakeholders. You will also provide technical, regulatory, and compliance guidance to operational and commercial teams.Key Responsibilities Quality, Health & Safety, Environmental & Compliance Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and management systems covering Quality, Health & Safety, Environmental, and Compliance requirements.Ensure compliance with relevant UK legislation, industry regulations, technical standards, and internal requirements.Maintain and continuously improve the Integrated Management System (IMS) in accordance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.Monitor changes to legislation, regulations, and industry standards and ensure these are implemented effectively across the organisation.Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.Health & Safety Management Lead and develop the Health & Safety strategy across the business.Ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act and associated legislation.Oversee risk assessments, RAMS, COSHH assessments, and safe systems of work.Lead accident, incident, and near-miss investigations, including RIDDOR reporting where required.Monitor corrective and preventative actions to ensure effective close-out.Promote a positive safety culture through training, toolbox talks, communications, and employee engagement.Audits, Governance & Reporting Plan and lead internal audits, management reviews, and external certification audits.Act as a key contact for regulators, auditors, insurers, accreditation bodies, and other relevant external organisations.Maintain appropriate compliance and audit records.Produce regular Quality, Health & Safety, Environmental, and Compliance reports for senior management.Identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement and make appropriate recommendations.Data Protection, Document Control & Security Act as the organisation's GDPR and data protection lead, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation.Oversee document control, records management, and information security processes.Maintain appropriate systems and controls to protect company information and records.Support the management of physical and operational security arrangements across relevant sites.Assist with investigations relating to security incidents where required.Technical & Regulatory Support Provide technical and regulatory guidance to operational, engineering, and commercial teams, including:Supporting applications and derogations relating to technical installation requirements.Interpreting relevant technical standards, regulations, and specifications.Reviewing test sheets, inspection records, and technical documentation.Supporting the preparation and completion of Declarations of Conformity.Providing guidance on fire-stopping and associated compliance requirements.Preparing and managing documentation required by the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) .Advising internal stakeholders on regulatory and compliance matters affecting projects and installations.Skills & Experience The successful candidate will ideally have:Proven experience in a QSEC, HSEQ, SHEQ, or Compliance leadership role .Experience within engineering, construction, manufacturing, building services, or another regulated technical environment.Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and regulatory requirements.Good knowledge of ISO management systems, particularly ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 .Experience managing internal and external audits, certification processes, and regulatory inspections.Knowledge of GDPR and data protection requirements.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence people at all levels.Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.A proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.Qualifications Essential / Strongly Preferred:NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.ISO Lead Auditor qualification covering one or more of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001, or equivalent experience.GDPR / Data Protection training or certification would be advantageous.What's on Offer Competitive salary, dependent on experience.28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.Professional development and career progression opportunities.A senior role with significant ownership and influence across Quality, Health & Safety, Environmental, and Compliance functions.The opportunity to shape policies, standards, and organisational culture.Exposure to complex and highly regulated engineering environments.Supportive leadership and a strong focus on continuous improvement.TPBN1_UKTJ