Regional QSHE Manager
- manchester, england, United Kingdom
- Permanent·On-site
- Full time
- £70 - £90 Per Hour
Job Description
Regional QSHE Manager
Location: Manchester
Industry: Chemical / Industrial Manufacturing
Are you a seasoned Health & Safety professional with a passion for driving high standards across Quality, Safety, Health & Environmental (QSHE) functions? A leading name in the chemical and industrial manufacturing sector is seeking a dynamic and experienced Regional QSHE Manager to join its senior leadership team based in Manchester.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where QSHE is a core pillar of operational success. You’ll have the autonomy and support to shape policy, build strong safety cultures, and make a tangible impact across the region.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Regional Director and working closely with the national QSHE Director, you’ll play a key role in developing and executing QSHE strategy across multiple operational sites. This is a senior leadership position with responsibility for instilling a positive safety culture, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and maintaining certifications such as ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and influence a positive health, safety, security, environmental and quality culture across the region.
- Ensure full compliance with UK HSE regulations, COMAH/SEVESO directives, and industry standards.
- Conduct regular site audits, risk assessments, and major hazard analyses (HAZID, HAZOP, etc.).
- Provide guidance to site managers and act as Lead Incident Controller when required.
- Implement QSHE training and competency-building plans across all operational levels.
- Liaise with customers regarding safety inspections, site assessments, and compliance issues.
- Monitor performance metrics and continuously drive safety improvement initiatives.
- Manage regulatory inspections and maintain accreditations through robust systems and controls.
Your Skills & Experience
- NEBOSH Diploma qualified (or working towards) – CMIOSH status highly desirable.
- Degree in Chemistry, a science-based subject, or equivalent vocational qualification preferred.
- DGSA qualification or knowledge of ADR and Dangerous Goods legislation is advantageous.
- Extensive experience in Health & Safety roles, ideally within the chemical industry or on COMAH/SEVESO sites.
- Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Full UK/EU driving licence and willingness to travel regionally at short notice.