Overview
QHSE Manager – Wetherby, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom, West Yorkshire, LS227YD
Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!
Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.
About Us
We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.
The Role
We are seeking a proactive and experienced QHSE Manager to lead our Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) initiatives, ensuring a safe workplace, environmental sustainability, and continuous improvement in our processes. If you are passionate about safety, quality, and teamwork, and have a drive to make a positive impact, we want to hear from you!
What you will be doing:
- Champion a safety-first culture and ensure safety measures are adhered to throughout the business to reduce risks and prevent accidents.
- Lead by example with excellent leadership skills, organizational abilities, and a commitment to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
- Lead and develop the QHSE team by setting improvement goals, allocating tasks, and supporting their professional growth.
- Monitor and improve processes to ensure we deliver exceptional levels of quality and service to our customers.
- Oversee compliance with QHSE benchmarks, establish procedures, and recommend policy changes where necessary.
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and provide guidance and training on hazard identification and risk management.
- Schedule and conduct internal audits and inspections, ensuring all findings are addressed with corrective actions.
- Ensure prompt reporting and investigation of all accidents, incidents, and near misses, maintaining accurate records and statistics.
- Build positive relationships with employees, suppliers, and customers, providing clear communication on legal compliance, safety, and environmental matters.
- Ensure environmental monitoring and reporting are in line with permit requirements and maintain a register of relevant legislation.
- Ensure third-party contractors adhere to safety and operational policies and legal requirements.
What we are looking for:
Essential knowledge and experience
Experience in a similar role
NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent
Internal Auditor: ISO 14001
Membership of institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) or equivalent
In addition to the above the below requirements are essential:
- Previous experience in QHSE management.
- Experience of maintaining BRC / ISO 9001 and 14001 standards
- Strong leadership abilities with the ability to manage and develop a team.
- High attention to detail with good analytical and problem solving abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to think critically and make quick decisions, particularly in high-pressure situations.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement along with the ability to identify and assess safety risks
- A commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace.
A customer-focused mindset with the ability to deliver under tight deadlines
What We Offer
- Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
- Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
- Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)
Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.
Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.
We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.
IMPORTANT: Before applying for this role, please make sure you have the right to work in the country where the role is based. Unless it clearly stipulates within in the job advert above that the hiring company is looking to or able to sponsor applicants it is deemed that the hiring employer will only consider applications from those able to comply with and work in the country where the role is based.
