QHSE Engineer / Manager
Bedford
-40,000 - -45,000 excellent benefits

An established engineering business is looking for an experienced QHSE Engineer / Manager to lead and develop its Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety systems, while working closely with Engineering, Purchasing and suppliers across the UK and Europe.

Key duties for QHSE Engineer / Manager role
* Maintain and develop ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 management systems.
* Manage QHSE policies, procedures, audits and compliance.
* Conduct internal and supplier audits and manage external certification audits.
* Lead quarterly HSE meetings and management reviews.
* Develop quality plans and work instructions.
* Manage supplier quality, delivery performance and corrective actions.
* Carry out supplier assessments and visits across the UK and Europe.
* Work closely with Engineering and Purchasing to ensure technical and quality requirements are met.
* Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance for the site facilities.

About you as the QHSE Engineer / Manager
* 5+ years'' experience in a similar QHSE role within an engineering/manufacturing environment.
* Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and H&S legislation
* NEBOSH General Certificate
* Internal Auditor qualification/experience required; Lead Auditor desirable.
* Strong understanding of engineering processes including casting, forging, machining, NDT.
* Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Experience working with suppliers and MRP systems would be advantageous.