Head of QHSE & Accreditation

Fulkrum; Corby; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in inspection services is seeking a Head of QHSE & Accreditation in Corby. The successful candidate will lead the development of quality systems aligned with ISO standards and mentor teams globally. Candidates should have 10+ years in QHSE roles, with proven leadership skills and experience managing accreditation processes. This role provides the opportunity to impact business growth while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Reward and recognition initiatives

Social budget

Refer-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in QHSE roles, with 5+ years in leadership.
• Demonstrated success in managing ISO/IEC 17020 accreditation and QHSE systems.
• Experience delivering training across diverse, multi-cultural teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Fulkrum’s Integrated Management System aligned with ISO standards.
• Manage the full accreditation lifecycle, audits, and corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and provide QHSE training.

Skills

Leadership in QHSE and accreditation

Understanding of ISO standards

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Environmental Science, or Occupational Health & Safety

Master's degree (preferred)

Professional certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, ISO Auditor)

Job description

Overview

Fulkrum is a global leader in inspection, expediting, auditing, and technical staffing services, delivering solutions to the energy, engineering, and construction industries for over 14 years. Headquartered in the UK, Fulkrum serves more than 300 clients worldwide across six continents and has earned awards including the King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade (2023), the People and Competency Award at the EIC Awards (2023), and the Scale-Up Award at the WESCA North America Awards (2024).

Our Corby office is currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Head of QHSE & Accreditation to join our dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of Fulkrum’s Integrated Management System (IMS) aligned with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, and 17020.
• Manage the full accreditation lifecycle, including applications, audits, corrective actions, and renewals.
• Oversee internal audits, risk assessments, and performance reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support digital transformation in inspection processes.
• Provide QHSE training and mentorship across global teams and time zones.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance and excellence.
• Support tendering processes and develop client-specific quality plans.
• Lead supplier performance improvement initiatives and competency frameworks.
• Develop client-specific and/or project-specific quality plans, procedures, policies, and processes as needed to meet RFP requirements and ensure success in the tendering process.
• Provide QHSE and accreditation awareness training to staff and management across multiple time zones.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership in QHSE and accreditation within an international EPC or Operator environment.
• Strong understanding of ISO standards and inspection-related codes and regulations.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to operational excellence.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Environmental Science, or Occupational Health & Safety (Master’s preferred).
• Professional certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, ISO Auditor).
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in QHSE roles, with 5+ years in leadership.
• Demonstrated success in managing ISO/IEC 17020 accreditation and QHSE systems.
• Experience delivering training across diverse, multi-cultural teams.

Why Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven Head of QHSE & Accreditation to showcase their expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment. At Fulkrum, you’ll make a tangible impact while advancing your career in the thriving global business sector.

We offer a fantastic working environment with a highly engaged team and consistently high eNPS scores. Fulkrum’s success in attracting new clients and expanding our global footprint is a testament to our excellence and dedication. We have regular reward and recognition initiatives, a social budget, and a refer-a-friend scheme to ensure our team feels valued and motivated.

Join us to be part of a high-performing team with ample opportunities for skill enhancement and development. Be a part of our success story and contribute to our continued growth and innovation.

Apply now and become a valued part of our growing team!