SHEQ Manager

Cranleigh STEM; Welshpool; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

37.5-hour week

On-site during probation

Occasional home working

Job summary

Cranleigh STEM in Welshpool, Powys, is seeking an experienced SHEQ Manager to lead the site’s safety, health, environmental, and quality functions. You will drive compliance with ISO standards, manage audits, and foster a culture of continuous improvement across the manufacturing site.

The role reports to the Managing Director and offers a senior leadership position with influence over site performance, development of management systems, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Senior SHEQ leadership experience in manufacturing.
• NEBOSH qualification is essential.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards and audits.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the site's integrated QMS.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 and legislation.
• Plan, manage internal, external and customer audits.
• Lead CAPA processes and root-cause investigations.
• Act as primary contact for quality-related customer concerns.
• Develop and coach the SHEQ team; promote safety culture.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Audits

CAPA & root cause analysis

QMS development

Stakeholder management

Continuous improvement

Data analysis

Communication

Education

NEBOSH qualification or equivalent

IOSH Membership / Lead Auditor qualification

Tools

ISO 9001 proficiency

ISO 14001 proficiency

ISO 45001 proficiency

Job description

SHEQ Manager

Location: Welshpool, Powys

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Excellent Benefits

• 37.5-hour working week
• On-site during probation, with occasional home working available thereafter

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing organisation for an experienced SHEQ Manager to join its senior leadership team.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a pivotal role responsible for leading the Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) function across the site. You will be responsible for maintaining compliance with statutory, customer and accredited management system requirements while driving a positive culture of quality, safety, environmental responsibility and continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SHEQ professional looking to influence business strategy, develop high-performing management systems and make a tangible impact within a successful manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

As SHEQ Manager, you will:

• Lead and continually develop the site's integrated Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards, customer requirements and relevant legislation.
• Plan, manage and support internal, external and customer audits.
• Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes, root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as the primary contact for quality-related customer concerns, ensuring timely investigation and resolution.
• Lead the site's Health & Safety management systems, including risk assessments, incident investigations and legal compliance.
• Manage the Environmental Management System, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation and supporting sustainability objectives.
• Monitor, analyse and report SHEQ performance through KPIs, audits and management reviews.
• Provide independent SHEQ leadership, guidance and governance across all departments.
• Develop, coach and support the SHEQ team while promoting a positive safety and quality culture throughout the business.
• Work closely with operational and senior leadership teams to identify opportunities for improvement and deliver business objectives.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in a senior SHEQ leadership position within a manufacturing environment.
• A recognised NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent) is essential.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Experience leading internal, external and customer audits.
• A sound understanding of UK Health & Safety and environmental legislation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence, engage and constructively challenge at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience of root cause analysis and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• IOSH Membership, Lead Auditor qualification or other relevant professional qualifications would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Salary of £50,000 - £60,000, depending on experience.
• Excellent benefits package.
• 37.5-hour working week.
• On-site working during probation, with occasional home working available thereafter.
• A senior leadership position with genuine influence over site performance and business strategy.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• The opportunity to shape and enhance quality, health, safety and environmental performance within a successful manufacturing organisation.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment where continuous improvement is encouraged.