QHSE Director

Top End jobs; North East; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist manufacturing company in the North East is seeking a QHSE Director to lead its QHSE and Security functions. This senior leadership role requires a strong leader to engage with executive teams and ensure compliance across operations. Key responsibilities include developing robust QEHSS policies, managing quality assurance, and improving health, safety, and sustainability initiatives. Candidates need relevant qualifications in engineering or health & safety and experience in aerospace. A competitive package is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field.
• Chartered status with relevant professional body (e.g., IOSH, IEMA).
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in the aerospace sector.
• Lead Auditor certification for relevant ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement QEHSS strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Act as trusted advisor on quality, environmental, health & safety matters.
• Drive cultural change to embed QEHSS excellence.
• Lead the development of QEHSS policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

ISO compliance knowledge

Environmental impact understanding

Health & safety management

Continuous improvement mindset

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

AS9100

Job description

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.

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)