QHSE Specialist

Cathedral Appointments Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking engineering and technology firm in Exeter is seeking a dedicated QHSE Specialist to drive quality, health, safety, and environmental management. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' experience, strong knowledge of ISO standards, and excellent communication skills. This is a full-time, on-site role offering a competitive salary up to £40,000 and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Opportunity for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a QHSE role with integrated management systems.
• Ability to lead internal audits and compliance activities.
• Strong communication, organization and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain certification to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Oversee quality control processes, audits, and inspections.
• Provide QHSE guidance and training to colleagues.

Skills

ISO standards knowledge

Internal auditing

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent

Degree or HND (desirable)

Job description

Overview

Up to £40k DOE | Office based | Exeter Based

A forward-thinking engineering and technology business with global reach is seeking a dedicated QHSE Specialist to join its team in Exeter. The company is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, health, safety and environmental management while continuing its journey of sustainable growth.

The Role

Reporting to senior management, this standalone role carries responsibility for driving QHSE excellence across the business. The successful candidate will manage compliance with ISO standards, ensure effective risk management, and champion a culture of continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact within an innovative and growing organisation.

This role is a full-time position, based on-site in the office which is located on the outskirts of Exeter.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain certification to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards, ensuring company-wide compliance.
• Oversee quality control processes, audits, inspections, and vendor quality assessments.
• Provide QHSE expertise, guidance and training to colleagues, promoting best practice and legislative compliance.
• Monitor performance, produce reports for management, and coordinate continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a QHSE role with integrated management systems.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards and ability to lead internal audits and compliance activities.
• Excellent communication, organisation and reporting skills with attention to detail.
• Relevant qualifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent (degree or HND desirable).

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £40,000 DOE.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing and innovative business.

If you are a QHSE professional looking for a rewarding role where you can make a difference, please apply today to discuss this exciting opportunity.

Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.

Recruiter: Dan Martin

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