QHSE Director

QHSE Director

Jackson Hogg are proudly supporting a specialist manufacturing business in the Durham area on a QHSE Director position, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer.

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced QHSE Director to lead the QHSE and Security functions on site. A senior leadership position that requires strong leadership skills, the ability to engage with senior and executive leadership whilst ensuring compliance across all operational areas.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve integrated QEHSS strategies aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Act as trusted advisor to the Executive Leadership Team on all matters relating to quality, environmental impact, health & safety, and security risks.
• Challenge existing practices and drive cultural change to embed QEHSS excellence throughout the organisation.
• Lead the development of QEHSS policies, procedures, and management systems to world class standards.
• Oversee comprehensive quality assurance programmes across all business operations.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards and maintain certification.
• Oversee operations working to ISO 45001 standard principles.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence programmes.
• Manage customer quality requirements and be the key interface with external auditors and certification bodies.
• Develop and maintain quality protocols for space payload applications and aerospace/defence industry requirements.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 certification requirements for Aviation, Space, and Defence (AS&D) industry standards.
• Serve as the statutory 'Responsible Person' for health and safety under relevant legislation.
• Develop and maintain robust health and safety management systems.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations and standards.
• Lead incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Drive safety culture transformation and behavioural change programmes.
• Develop and implement environmental management strategies and policies.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and permit conditions.
• Drive sustainability initiatives and environmental impact reduction programs.
• Manage environmental risk assessments and mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field, or demonstrable relevant experience.
• Chartered status with relevant professional body (for example IOSH, IEMA, CQI).
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• Working experience within the aerospace sector.
• Lead Auditor certification for relevant ISO standards (i.e. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Demonstrable evidence of continuous professional development.
• Deep understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and working knowledge of ISO 45001 principles.
• Knowledge of AS9100 certification requirements for aerospace, space, and defence industries.
• Strong understanding of environmental law and sustainability principles.
• Knowledge of information security principles, cybersecurity frameworks, and data protection regulations (GDPR).