QHSE Assistant

Taylor Higson; Wigan; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading flexible packaging company in Wigan is seeking a QHSE Assistant to support their QHSE Manager in maintaining compliance with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. The role involves ensuring adherence to relevant standards, improving procedures, and promoting a culture of safety and quality within the organization. The ideal candidate will possess experience with BRCGS and ISO standards, as well as strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

Generous salary up to £29,000

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Sick pay scheme after 12 months

Employee of the month and year programs

Cycle to work scheme

Eye test vouchers

Home & tech scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with BRCGS, ISO 9001/14001/45001 standards is essential.
• Background in QHSE, preferably in manufacturing, is desirable.
• Team player with a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance with standards including BRCGS and ISO 14001.
• Deliver H&S inductions for new employees.
• Assist in risk assessments and safe systems of work.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Internal Auditor qualification

HACCP Level 3

IOSH/NEBOSH certification

Job description

QHSE Assistant
£27000 - £29000
Wigan

We are working with a flexible packaging company in Wigan. Due to growth, they are now seeking a QHSE Assistant to join their team.

You will support the QHSE Manager in implementing and maintaining quality, health & safety, and environmental standards on site. You’ll help ensure compliance with BRCGS, A2 permit, ISO standards, and customer requirements, contributing to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

The Role

• Support compliance with standards including BRCGS, A2 permit, ISO 14001.
• Deliver H&S inductions for new employees.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and compliance.
• Review and improve QHSE procedures and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits and legislation.
• Assist in risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Provide accurate QHSE data and reports.
• Contribute to internal audits and ensure audit readiness.
• Record and monitor product quality in line with customer expectations.
• Support initiatives to reduce defects, incidents, and environmental impact.
• Help develop and deliver QHSE training.
• Assist in maintaining QHSE performance data and strategy.
• Investigate customer complaints and identify corrective actions.
• Liaise with teams on QHSE matters and support communication of key updates.
• Uphold hygiene and housekeeping standards across the site.

The Person

• Experience with standards such as BRCGS, ISO 9001/14001/45001 (essential).
• Background in QHSE, preferably in manufacturing (desirable).
• Internal Auditor qualification, HACCP Level 3, IOSH/NEBOSH (desirable).
• Strong organisational, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Team player with a proactive mindset and ability to work under pressure.
• Reasonable physical fitness (some lifting/bending involved).

Salary and Benefits
A generous base salary of up to £29,000 is on offer for this role. Plus, benefits including genuine progression opportunities, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, sick pay scheme (after 12 months' service), employee of the month and year, cycle to work scheme, eye test vouchers, home & tech scheme and more!