Health and Safety Manager

Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE) Lead Location: Swindon Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 (pro rata) Hours: Part-Time, 3-4 Days Per Week Contract: Permanent About the OpportunityAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE) professional to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Swindon. This is a standalone role offering the chance to take ownership of quality, health, safety and environmental activities across a busy operational site. Working closely with senior leadership and site management, you will play a key role in maintaining compliance, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring management systems, audits and accreditations remain effective and audit-ready. This position is predominantly office-based, with occasional flexibility to work from home. Key ResponsibilitiesQuality & Compliance • Lead and manage internal audit programmes across the business. • Maintain and continuously improve ISO management systems and accreditations. • Coordinate external audits and certification visits. • Ensure corrective and preventative actions are effectively implemented. • Maintain all QHSE documentation, procedures and records. • Support customer and supplier quality requirements where required. • Manage contractor compliance, inductions and documentation. Health & Safety • Ensure compliance with UK health and safety legislation. • Manage risk assessments and safe systems of work. • Lead accident, incident and near-miss investigations. • Monitor site safety standards, signage and compliance activities. • Coordinate fire safety, emergency preparedness and evacuation procedures. • Ensure First Aider and Fire Marshal coverage remains current and compliant. • Support maintenance and inspection programmes for safety equipment. Environmental • Support compliance with environmental legislation and standards. • Monitor environmental performance and identify improvement opportunities. • Assist with waste management and environmental reporting activities. Site Support • Promote a positive quality and safety culture across the business. • Deliver QHSE training, toolbox talks and awareness sessions. • Support management reporting, KPI monitoring and continuous improvement projects. About YouTo be successful in this role, you will have: • Previous experience in a QHSE, Compliance, Quality or Health & Safety position. • Experience managing ISO management systems and leading audits. • Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation. • Excellent organisational and administrative skills. • The ability to work independently and influence stakeholders at all levels. • Strong communication skills and exceptional attention to detail. Desirable Qualifications & Experience • Internal Auditor qualification. • NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification. • Experience within manufacturing, laboratory, chemical, coatings, medical products or similar regulated environments. • Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards. What's on Offer? • Part-time permanent position with flexibility. • Opportunity to take ownership of the QHSE function. • Varied and autonomous role with exposure across the business. • Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment. • Competitive salary package. If you're a proactive QHSE professional looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.