QHSE Manager

Escape; Dalgety Bay; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in Dalgety Bay is seeking a QHSE Manager on a 2-year fixed-term contract. This role involves leading QHSE activities, ensuring compliance with standards, and managing the Quality and HSE teams. Candidates should have a relevant degree and proven experience in a manufacturing environment. Competitive salary and benefits are offered in a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive and professional working environment

Qualifications

• Proven QHSE management experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of relevant ISO standards.
• Membership of IOSH or IEMA would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all QHSE activities across the site.
• Maintain compliance with relevant standards and legislation.
• Plan and conduct internal audits, inspections, and reviews.
• Lead investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.

Skills

QHSE management experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline

Tools

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Job description

Escape Recruitment is working with a well-established engineering and manufacturing client in Dunfermline to recruit a QHSE Manager on a 2-year fixed-term contract or contract basis (inside IR35). This is a great opportunity to lead site-wide Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental activities within a busy, hands-on manufacturing environment. You'll work closely with senior management to ensure compliance, develop best practices, and strengthen the site's QHSE culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all QHSE activities across the site.
• Maintain compliance with relevant standards and legislation.
• Plan and conduct internal audits, inspections, and reviews.
• Lead investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage and develop the Quality and HSE teams.
• Produce accurate QHSE performance reports and support management reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement and training initiatives across all departments.

Skills and Experience Required

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline.
• Proven QHSE management experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and influencing skills.
• Membership of IOSH or IEMA would be an advantage.

What's on Offer

• Fixed-term or contract opportunity with a respected engineering organisation.
• Key leadership role with scope to make a real impact.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive and professional working environment.