QSHE Manager, Manchester

Hays Health & Safety are excited to be working with a well-run, close-knit chemical manufacturer based in West Manchester.

We are looking for a hands-on QSHE Manager role within a high-hazard environment, ideal for someone ready to step up or looking for more autonomy and impact. This suits individuals who feel blocked in their current role or an experienced manager wanting a fresh challenge where they can genuinely influence site performance, not just maintain systems.
Role Responsibilities

• Lead and develop QHSE strategy across a COMAH-regulated site
• Ensure compliance with COMAH, COSHH, environmental permits and UK legislation
• Act as key contact for regulators including HSE and Environment Agency
• Oversee incident investigations and embed learning
• Maintain and improve ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 systems
• Support emergency planning, drills and MAPP development
• Manage contractors and ensure safe project delivery
• Champion a positive, practical safety culture across site

Measures of Success

• Strong regulatory compliance with positive audit/inspection outcomes
• Reduction in risk exposure across high-hazard activities
• Evidence that controls are working effectively in practice
• Engaged workforce applying safety and environmental standards
• Robust, well-embedded management systems

Requirements

• Experience as a hands-on QSHE / HSE Manager within a COMAH environment (upper tier preferred, lower tier considered)
• Track record of working with regulators and managing audits
• Experience implementing and maintaining ISO systems
• Practical, operational approach with the ability to influence at all levels

Benefits

• 60,000 salary
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension
• Opportunity to step into a role with real influence and progression potential

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