Sheq Manager

Astrum Recruitment Ltd; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Private Medical Cover

Income Protection

Life Assurance

Contributory pension scheme

Job summary

Astrum Recruitment Ltd is representing a world-leading manufacturing group seeking a SHEQ / QSHE Manager on a hybrid basis. The role drives compliance with legislation and ISO standards, supports audits, and embeds proactive safety and quality across operations.

You will coordinate with external consultants, lead investigations, champion continuous improvement, and oversee environmental activities while managing a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH or IOSH certification required.
• Experience in ISO accredited manufacturing environments.
• Proven leadership in SHEQ roles.
• Strong communication and people management skills.
• Willingness to lead by example and engage in hands-on tasks.

Responsibilities

• Drive compliance with legislation, ISO standards and company policies.
• Support internal and external audits and inspections.
• Coordinate with external consultants and service providers.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
• Produce 8D reports for customers when needed.
• Support supplier qualification within the supply chain.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People management

Organisation & planning

Education

NEBOSH

IOSH

Tools

SAP

Job description

SHEQ / QSHE Manager (Hybrid)

£55,000 - £65,000 Plus Excellent Benefits

The Company

My client is a world leading manufacturer of specialist products, solutions and systems. They are part of a global business that supplies into multiple sectors both in the UK and internationally.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of UK Operations, the SHEQ / QSHE Manager will be responsible for driving compliance with relevant legislation, ISO standards and company policies, supporting internal and external audits, driving continuous improvement, and embedding a proactive safety and quality.

This will also include:

• Identifying, assessing and mitigating workplace risks
• Coordinating with external consultants and specialist service providers
• Ensuring ISO compliance
• Conducting inspections, audits and compliance reviews
• Leading accident and environmental investigations
• Chairing SHEQ meetings
• Facilitating and delivering SHEQ training
• Overseeing environmental compliance activities
• Leading and coordinating Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Producing 8D reports for customers where required
• Supporting the supply chain with supplier qualification

The Candidate

The ideal SHEQ / QSHE Manager will be NEBOSH or IOSH certified and have a proven track record in a leadership role gained within a ISO accredited Manufacturing environment.

You will also:

• Be an excellent communicator with strong people management skills
• Be willing to lead by example
• Be willing to step into hands-on operational tasks
• Strong organisation, prioritisation and planning skills
• Sound IT & PC skills such as the Microsoft Office packages
• Experience of SAP or similar ERP systems is advantageous

The Benefits

In return, the successful QSHE Manager will receive a competitive salary of up to £65,000 (dependent on experience), plus an attractive benefits package that includes 25 days holiday, Private Medical Cover, Income Protection, Life Assurance and a contributory pension scheme.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an international organisation who offer opportunities for professional growth and development as well as being able to make a real impact in a leadership role