Job description

Regional QSHE Manager
Location: Manchester
Industry: Chemical / Industrial Manufacturing

Are you a seasoned Health & Safety professional with a passion for driving high standards across Quality, Safety, Health & Environmental (QSHE) functions? A leading name in the chemical and industrial manufacturing sector is seeking a dynamic and experienced Regional QSHE Manager to join its senior leadership team based in Manchester.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where QSHE is a core pillar of operational success. You’ll have the autonomy and support to shape policy, build strong safety cultures, and make a tangible impact across the region.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Regional Director and working closely with the national QSHE Director, you’ll play a key role in developing and executing QSHE strategy across multiple operational sites. This is a senior leadership position with responsibility for instilling a positive safety culture, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and maintaining certifications such as ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and influence a positive health, safety, security, environmental and quality culture across the region.
Ensure full compliance with UK HSE regulations, COMAH/SEVESO directives, and industry standards.
Conduct regular site audits, risk assessments, and major hazard analyses (HAZID, HAZOP, etc.).
Provide guidance to site managers and act as Lead Incident Controller when required.
Implement QSHE training and competency-building plans across all operational levels.
Liaise with customers regarding safety inspections, site assessments, and compliance issues.
Monitor performance metrics and continuously drive safety improvement initiatives.
Manage regulatory inspections and maintain accreditations through robust systems and controls.

Your Skills & Experience

NEBOSH Diploma qualified (or working towards) – CMIOSH status highly desirable.
Degree in Chemistry, a science-based subject, or equivalent vocational qualification preferred.
DGSA qualification or knowledge of ADR and Dangerous Goods legislation is advantageous.
Extensive experience in Health & Safety roles, ideally within the chemical industry or on COMAH/SEVESO sites.
Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
Full UK/EU driving licence and willingness to travel regionally at short notice.