Health and Safety Officer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Crewe; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a proactive QSHE Coordinator to enhance quality management and health & safety in a manufacturing setting. This role involves implementing quality assurance systems, leading health & safety initiatives aligned with ISO standards, training staff, and maintaining compliance while collaborating across departments. The ideal candidate has relevant qualifications in Engineering or Manufacturing Management and experience in industrial operations. Exciting opportunity to shape systems and drive improvements.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Visible impact on H&S improvements

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ISO 45001 (H&S) and ISO 14001 (Environmental) standards.
• Experience within industrial plant operations or similar manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of QMS with familiarity of ISO 9001:2015.

Responsibilities

• Implement and sustain quality assurance systems.
• Support risk assessment and promote safety procedures.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Plan and conduct audits for quality and HSE outcomes.
• Deliver training on QMS and HSE systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Relevant qualification in Engineering or Manufacturing Management

Tools

SAP or similar ERP

Job description

Contract: Permanent

Location: Crewe

Salary & Benefits: £37,500

Start: ASAP

The Opportunity

We're seeking a proactive QSHE Coordinator to strengthen a high-performing manufacturing operation. You'll take ownership of core Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015) while driving a strong Health & Safety agenda aligned to ISO 45001, with interface to Environmental standards (ISO 14001). Perfect for someone who blends shopfloor credibility with systems discipline, audits, and continuous improvement-and who enjoys training and coaching others.

What you'll do

• Quality Assurance: Implement and sustain systems that ensure on-time delivery of conforming parts to customers.
• H&S Leadership (role bias): Support risk assessment and injury-risk reduction initiatives; promote safe systems of work and compliance with H&S procedures (ISO 45001).
• Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to identify root causes, resolve quality issues, and embed a culture of Kaizen and prevention.
• Risk & Compliance: Develop and maintain policies; ensure adherence to company security, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Audits: Plan and conduct internal and supplier audits, driving corrective and preventive actions to improve quality and HSE outcomes.
• Training & Coaching: Deliver training on QMS and HSE systems; build capability across teams.
• Cross‑functional Collaboration: Coordinate efforts across departments in a fast‑paced environment, securing cooperation from peers and managers.
• Travel: Occasional travel to other sites, customers, and suppliers (including overnight/international as required).

What you'll bring

• Relevant qualification in Engineering or Manufacturing Management, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP (training can be provided).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills.
• Confident, self‑motivated, and driven to succeed.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 (H&S) and ISO 14001 (Environmental) standards.
• Desirable: Certified Lead/Internal Auditor for ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001.
• Desirable: NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety and/or Environmental Management Certificate.
• Experience within industrial plant operations (or similar manufacturing environment).
• Working knowledge of QMS with specific familiarity with ISO 9001:2015.

Why join?

• Lead impactful H&S and quality improvements with visible outcomes.
• Opportunity to shape systems, audits, and training in a supportive team.
• Professional development across ISO standards and continuous improvement.

How to apply:

Send your CV or apply below