Reed
QHSE & Compliance Manager – Chemical Manufacturing
Reporting to the Head of Technical, you will lead all Quality, Health, Safety, Environmental, and Chemical Compliance activities on site. This role is focused on ensuring full regulatory compliance while promoting a strong safety-first culture, supported by an existing team.
Key Responsibilities
Quality & Compliance
- Manage and maintain the ISO 9001 Quality Management System
- Ensure product quality, traceability, and documentation control
- Lead audits (customer, supplier, certification)
- Investigate non-conformances and implement CAPA
- Support change management processes (MOC)
Health & Safety / Process Safety
- Ensure compliance with UK legislation (HSE Act, COSHH, DSEAR, COMAH)
- Lead risk assessments, hazard identification, and safe systems of work
- Oversee Permit-to-Work systems and contractor safety
- Lead incident and near-miss investigations using root cause analysis
- Deliver training, inductions, and toolbox talks
- Act as site lead for emergency response and business continuity
Environmental & Regulatory
- Maintain the Environmental Management System
- Ensure compliance with permits, waste, and emissions controls
- Monitor environmental performance and drive improvements
- Ensure compliance with REACH, CLP, and COSHH regulations
- Maintain SDS and ensure correct classification, labelling, and storage
- Liaise with regulators (HSE, Environment Agency) and support inspections
- Support new product introduction from a compliance perspective
Essential Requirements
- Experience in a QHSE role within chemical manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of UK H&S and chemical regulations
- Experience with ISO systems and audits
- Proven ability in risk assessment, incident investigation, and safety leadership
- Strong communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders
- Detail-oriented with a practical, safety-first approach
- Candidates must have the right to work in the UK indefinitely (Sponsorship is not available for this role)
Qualifications (Desirable)
- NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma
- Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science or similar
To apply for this QHSE & Compliance Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position
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