Quality/QHSE Manager

SeAH Wind; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

8 bank holidays

5% employer pension contribution

Death in service x4

Medicash

Job summary

SeAH Wind is seeking an experienced QHSE Manager to lead day-to-day management and continuous improvement of Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental systems. You will ensure compliance with ISO standards, legislation and customer requirements while supporting operational teams to deliver safe, high-quality outcomes.

Key responsibilities include managing the IMS, coordinating audits, driving corrective actions, and fostering a culture of continual improvement within a manufacturing and offshore

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in quality, engineering, manufacturing or safety related field.
• Experience in Quality, QHSE, or Compliance management in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 standards.
• Experience managing internal and external audits and corrective actions.
• Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Integrated Management System (IMS) and drive continual improvement.
• Plan, coordinate and conduct internal and external audits and address findings.
• Monitor quality performance, investigate issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop robust QHSE processes, policies and controls across functions.
• Support supplier and customer quality activities and feedback handling.
• Coach teams on QHSE compliance and drive a positive safety culture.

Skills

ISO 9001 Knowledge

ISO 14001 Knowledge

ISO 45001 Knowledge

Internal Audits

Root Cause Analysis

Continuous Improvement

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Quality/Engineering/Manufacturing or related

Tools

APQP

CQI/Lead Auditor

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

EN 1090 / ISO 3834

Job description

We are seeking an experienced QHSE Manager to lead the day‑to‑day management and continuous improvement of our Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental (QHSE) systems.
Reporting to the Senior Leadership Team, you will be responsible for maintaining compliance with relevant standards, legislation, and customer requirements while supporting operational teams to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality outcomes.
This role is ideal for an experienced QHSE professional with a background in manufacturing, fabrication, engineering, or industrial environments who enjoys working closely with operational teams and driving a culture of continual improvement.

QHSE Management

• Manage and maintain the company's Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, EN 1090, ISO 3834 and relevant customer requirements.
• Support the ongoing development and improvement of QHSE policies, procedures, and processes.
• Monitor QHSE performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and industry best practices.

Audits & Compliance

• Plan, coordinate, and conduct internal audits across the business.
• Support external certification, surveillance, and customer audits.
• Ensure audit findings are effectively addressed through corrective and preventative actions.
• Maintain certification requirements and support recertification activities.
• Prepare audit reports and communicate findings to management and operational teams.

Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor quality performance indicators, including defects, non-conformances, rework, and customer complaints.
• Investigate quality issues and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist departments in developing robust quality processes and controls.
• Promote best practice and standardisation across the organisation.

Health, Safety & Environmental

• Support the implementation and maintenance of Health, Safety, and Environmental management systems.
• Monitor compliance with company policies and legal obligations.
• Participate in incident investigations and support corrective actions where required.
• Promote a positive safety culture throughout the organisation.
• Support environmental and sustainability initiatives.

Supplier & Customer Quality

• Coordinate supplier assessments and support supplier quality improvement activities.
• Assist with customer quality requirements and specifications.
• Support customer satisfaction initiatives and investigate quality concerns.
• Help maintain effective systems for managing customer feedback and complaints.

Leadership & Team Support

• Provide guidance and support to operational teams on QHSE matters.
• Coach and develop employees in quality and compliance processes.
• Promote ownership and accountability for quality, safety, and environmental performance.
• Support cross-functional teams in achieving QHSE objectives.

About You

• Degree qualification in Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Health & Safety, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in a Quality, QHSE, or Compliance Management role within a manufacturing, engineering, fabrication, or industrial environment.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Experience managing internal and external audits.
• Understanding of corrective and preventative action processes and root cause analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience developing and maintaining management systems.
• CQI membership or quality-related professional qualification.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification.
• Knowledge of EN 1090 and ISO 3834.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• APQP experience.
• Experience working within offshore wind, heavy manufacturing, oil & gas, steel, or fabrication environments.

What You'll Bring

You will be a proactive QHSE professional who can build strong working relationships across the business while ensuring robust compliance and operational excellence. You'll be equally comfortable conducting audits, investigating issues, supporting operational teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Most importantly, you will play a key role in maintaining a safe, compliant, and quality-focused culture while supporting the organisation's ongoing growth and operational success.

Why Join Us?

• Work at the world's largest monopile production plant, contributing to landmark offshore wind projects across the globe.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across an international, multicultural organisation.
• Play an active role in supporting the global energy transition.

In return, we can offer an attractive base salary, 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, a 5% employer pension contribution, death in service x 4 and Medicash.

At SeAH Wind we are committed to developing a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our aim is to build a workplace that attracts the most talented people and creates an environment that fosters courtesy and mutual respect.

All applications will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. We know that getting this right is crucial for us to live our values: Honest, Passionate and Professional.

Simply put, SeAH Wind value you whoever you are.