SHEQ Manager

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£45,000–£45,000

SHEQ Manager

Medway | 45,000 + Benefits | Monday to Friday

Adecco is delighted to be recruiting for an experienced SHEQ Manager on behalf of a well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Mid Kent.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Quality, Health & Safety, Environmental, or Compliance professional who is looking to join a business investing in its future and committed to continuous improvement. The role would suit an experienced SHEQ professional or an ambitious individual looking to take the next step in their career into a broader management position.

Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will play a key role in developing and improving quality, health & safety, and environmental standards across the site, helping to drive operational excellence and create a positive safety culture.

What's on Offer?

45,000 salary
Monday to Friday working only
40-hour working week
Flexible start and finish times
23 days holiday plus bank holidays
Annual holiday entitlement increases with length of service
Opportunity to influence and improve business-wide SHEQ standards
Genuine long-term career development opportunities
Future progression opportunities within a wider group of businesses
Supportive management team with autonomy to make a real impact

The Role

As SHEQ Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and continuously improving the site's Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental systems and processes.

You will work closely with production and operational teams, spending time on the shop floor to ensure standards are maintained, improvements are implemented, and employees remain engaged in SHEQ initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing and developing the Quality Management System
Leading internal and external audits
Investigating non-conformances and implementing corrective actions
Driving continuous improvement initiatives across the business
Managing health & safety compliance and risk assessments
Conducting site inspections and audits
Investigating accidents and incidents
Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and standards
Supporting environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives
Working with operational teams to improve performance and standards
Promoting a positive culture of accountability, quality and safety

About You

We're looking for someone who can demonstrate:

Previous experience within a SHEQ, Quality, HSE, Compliance, or similar management role
Experience working within manufacturing, engineering, production, or industrial environments
Strong understanding of quality management systems and auditing processes
Knowledge of UK health & safety legislation and compliance requirements
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
A hands-on approach and willingness to spend time on the shop floor
Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset

Desirable Experience

NEBOSH qualification
Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor certification
Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001
Manufacturing, engineering or industrial production environments

Why Apply?

This is far more than a compliance-focused position. You'll have the opportunity to shape systems, influence culture, improve standards, and make a genuine impact within a growing business.

Whether you're an established SHEQ Manager looking for a fresh challenge or an ambitious SHEQ professional ready to step up into a broader management role, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV today or contact Adecco for a confidential discussion.

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