QHSE Manager

Escape Recruitment Services; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering recruitment firm is seeking a QHSE Manager for a 2-year fixed-term contract in Dunfermline. The role involves leading QHSE activities, ensuring compliance, and managing teams within a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has a degree and proven QHSE experience, along with knowledge of ISO standards. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive working environment

Key leadership role

Qualifications

• 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.

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

QHSE management experience

Leadership skills

Knowledge of ISO 9001

Knowledge of ISO 14001

Knowledge of ISO 45001

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline

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.