SHEQ Manager

MorePeople; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership Trust bonus

Job summary

MorePeople is seeking a proactive SHEQ Manager to lead the site’s quality, health, safety and environmental agenda in Lancashire. You will drive ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 frameworks, oversee audits and supplier / customer compliance, and mentor a Quality Administrator.

Reporting to the Operations Director, you’ll partner with operations, supply chain and finance to embed continuous improvement, proactive risk management and a strong SHEQ culture across the SME site.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing ISO management systems (9001/14001/45001).
• Audits internal and external with evidence of compliance.
• Ability to engage customers and regulators effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the SHEQ agenda and maintain compliance across the site.
• Develop and manage integrated SHEQ systems (ISO 9001/14001/45001).
• Conduct risk assessments and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate audits and ensure audit readiness for customers/regulators.
• Mentor the Quality Administrator and delegate responsibilities.

Skills

ISO 9001

Audits

Stakeholder engagement

Quality management

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelors in Quality/Engineering

Job description

SHEQ Manager

Location: Lancashire
Salary: DOE
Hours: 35 hours per week

The Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to join a long-established, successful manufacturing business supplying products to some of the UK's leading retailers.

The business is entering a new phase of development and is looking for someone who wants more than simply maintaining standards. This is an opportunity to influence strategy, improve systems, develop people and build a strong SHEQ culture within a growing SME environment.

Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will become a key member of a close-knit leadership team, working alongside senior stakeholders across operations, supply chain, logistics and finance.

The Role

You will be responsible for leading the company's SHEQ agenda, ensuring compliance, supporting operational excellence and driving continuous improvement across the site.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and developing integrated SHEQ management systems, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Leading internal and external audits, ensuring ongoing compliance and audit readiness.
• Acting as the main point of contact for customers, technical teams, regulatory bodies and certification organisations.
• Driving improvements across quality, safety, environmental and compliance performance.
• Investigating incidents, identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Conducting risk assessments and identifying opportunities to improve operational practices.
• Producing meaningful SHEQ reports, trend analysis and improvement plans for senior leadership.
• Supporting customer audits, technical enquiries and retailer compliance requirements.
• Promoting a proactive culture where behavioural safety, accountability and continuous improvement are embedded throughout the business.
• Managing and developing a Quality Administrator while ensuring responsibilities are effectively delegated and supported.

About You

We are interested in speaking with ambitious SHEQ professionals who are ready to take the next step in their career.

You may already be operating in a SHEQ, Quality, Compliance, Technical, HSE or similar management position, or you could be a strong advisor or coordinator looking for your first genuine management opportunity.

We're particularly interested in individuals who:

• Have experience operating within manufacturing, FMCG or other regulated environments.
• Have worked with ISO management systems and compliance frameworks.
• Can confidently engage with customers, auditors and external stakeholders.
• Are comfortable identifying challenges and presenting practical solutions.
• Have strong communication skills and can influence at all levels of the business.
• Enjoy developing others and creating a positive working culture.
• Bring both emotional intelligence and technical credibility.
• Are naturally curious, questioning and committed to continuous improvement.

Industry background is flexible. The business is open to candidates from a wide range of sectors provided they can demonstrate relevant SHEQ experience and a proactive approach.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to shape and develop the SHEQ function.
• Visible role within a supportive leadership team.
• Genuine progression opportunity within a growing SME business.
• Exposure to major UK retail customers.
• Ability to influence business improvement and operational performance.
• Employee Ownership Trust bonus scheme.
• Long-term career opportunity with a well-established and respected manufacturer.

Ideal Motivations

This role will suit someone who wants:

• Greater responsibility and visibility.
• The opportunity to progress into broader leadership responsibilities.
• The chance to make meaningful improvements rather than simply maintain existing systems.
• A business where their ideas, expertise and contribution can genuinely make a difference.