QHSE Engineer

Theo James Recruitment; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency seeks a QHSE Engineer for a site-based position in Middlesbrough. The role involves developing and maintaining QHSE management systems, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers opportunities for career progression and a chance to influence safety culture. Ideal candidates will have experience in a QHSE Engineer role within manufacturing, strong analytical skills, and the ability to deliver training effectively.

Benefits

Company pension

Annual leave allowance

Professional development support

Training and certification opportunities

Career progression

Supportive management structure

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a QHSE Engineer role within manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain QHSE management systems.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards while driving continuous improvement.
• Manage Occupational Health & Safety Management System.

Skills

Proven experience in a QHSE Engineer role within manufacturing or a similar environment

Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards

Experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations

Confident delivering training and influencing site-based stakeholders

Strong analytical and root cause analysis skills

Excellent communication and organisational abilities

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Job Title: QHSE Engineer

Location: Middlesbrough, UK

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, full-time (site-based)

Benefits

• Company pension
• Annual leave allowance
• Professional development support
• Training and certification opportunities
• Career progression
• Investment in training and certifications
• Supportive management structure
• Strong focus on safety culture and continuous improvement

The Company: A well-established organisation operating within a fast-paced industrial and manufacturing environment based in Middlesbrough. The business places a strong emphasis on quality, health, safety, and environmental compliance, with QHSE forming a core part of its operational strategy. This is an excellent opportunity for a QHSE Engineer to join a stable and forward-thinking company where your contribution will be highly visible and valued.

Job Description

The QHSE Engineer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental management systems at a Middlesbrough-based site. Reporting into the Group QHSE Manager, you will ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards while driving continuous improvement across the business.

As a QHSE Engineer, you will manage the Occupational Health & Safety Management System, carry out site inspections and audits, investigate incidents and near misses, and deliver safety training and toolbox talks. You will also oversee environmental compliance, including waste management and sustainability initiatives, alongside quality assurance activities such as internal audits, supplier engagement, and customer feedback management.

You will compile QHSE performance data, produce KPI reports for senior management, liaise with regulatory and certification bodies, and ensure all documentation remains accurate, compliant, and accessible. This role offers autonomy, responsibility, and the opportunity to make a real impact at site level.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a QHSE Engineer role within manufacturing or a similar environment
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards
• Experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
• Confident delivering training and influencing site-based stakeholders
• Strong analytical and root cause analysis skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilitiesProficient in Microsoft Office; SAP experience advantageous

Why Should You Apply?

This QHSE Engineer role offers the chance to work in a stable, site-based position where you can genuinely influence safety culture and operational standards. You'll have direct access to leadership, ownership of QHSE systems, and the opportunity to develop your career within a supportive environment. If you're a proactive QHSE Engineer looking for your next step, this opportunity provides both responsibility and progression.