QHSE Director

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

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.

QHSE Director 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

    Quality Assurance & Management

  • 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

    HSE & Leadership

  • 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

    QHSE Director 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. ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001)

  • 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)

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