QESH Officer

Description:

Role Overview
Wolviston Management Services is supporting the appointment of a QESH Officer to lead and manage Quality, Environmental, Safety and Health compliance across a manufacturing and chemical processing environment.

This role is critical in ensuring the effective implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of integrated management systems aligned to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.

The successful candidate will act as the primary point of contact for all QESH-related matters on site, driving compliance, operational excellence, and a proactive safety culture. A strong visible presence across site operations is essential.
Key Responsibilities Management Systems & Compliance
Lead and maintain integrated QESH management systems in line with ISO standards
Ensure ongoing compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and quality legislation
Manage certification processes, including surveillance and recertification audits
Maintain and improve SOPs, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and permit systems Audit & Assurance
Coordinate internal and external audits
Track and close out corrective actions in a timely manner
Conduct routine inspections, audits, and compliance reviews
Support customer and supplier audit activities Operational Risk & Safety
Support risk management activities including HAZOP and Management of Change (MOC)
Lead and support incident investigations and root cause analysis
Promote and embed a strong safety-first culture across all operations
Drive behavioural safety and workforce engagement initiatives Training & Culture
Deliver QESH training programmes, inductions, and toolbox talks
Maintain training matrices and competency records
Promote continuous improvement and safety awareness across all site personnel Environmental Management
Manage environmental compliance registers and monitoring programmes
Oversee waste management, emissions, dust, noise, and spill control processes
Ensure adherence to environmental legislation and sustainability practices Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting
Act as primary liaison with regulatory bodies, auditors, and external stakeholders
Provide regular performance reporting to senior leadership
Develop and maintain QESH KPIs, dashboards, and board-level reporting
Support strategic planning for long-term QESH improvements Operational Support
Support engineering and operations teams in developing safe systems of work
Assist with contractor management and permit-to-work systems
Contribute to operational readiness and future scale-up activities
Support emergency preparedness and response planning Qualifications & Experience Essential
Degree in Engineering, Environmental, Chemical, Safety, or related discipline
NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)
Proven experience working within ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 systems Desirable
ISO Lead/Internal Auditor qualification
IOSH Managing Safely
Experience within chemical processing or heavy industry environments
Exposure to HAZOP and process safety methodologies Knowledge & Skills
Extensive experience (10+ years) in QESH roles within industrial or manufacturing environments
Strong understanding of UK/EU HSE and environmental legislation
Demonstrated experience managing audits, compliance programmes, and documentation
Proficient in risk management and safe systems of work
Strong analytical and reporting capability, including board-level communication
Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
High level of organisation, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities Personal Attributes
Strong safety leadership and proactive mindset
Professional, solutions-focused approach
High integrity and accountability
Effective communicator across all organisational levels
Adaptable and capable of operating in a fast-paced environment
Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence