The Opportunity
We’re supporting a growing speciality chemicals manufacturer to appoint a QHSE Manager at their COMAH-regulated site.
You’ll take ownership of site-wide QHSE strategy, working closely with senior leadership to ensure risk is effectively managed and controls are embedded in day-to-day operations.
The Role
This is a hands-on leadership role with full responsibility for the site’s QHSE framework, ensuring compliance while driving a practical, risk-based approach.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading COMAH compliance and regulatory engagement (HSE & Environment Agency)
* Supporting emergency planning, MAPP development, and regulatory inspections
* Driving process safety and major hazard risk management (COSHH, Human Factors, safety-critical tasks)
* Overseeing and embedding Management of Change (MOC)
* Leading incident investigations and ensuring learning is implemented
* Managing environmental compliance, monitoring, and improvement initiatives
* Overseeing occupational health and exposure risk management
* Maintaining and improving ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 systems
* Driving a strong, practical safety culture across site
About You
We’re open to two profiles:
* An experience in HSE/QHSE within chemicals, manufacturing, or COMAH environments
* Strong grounding in risk assessment, audits, and compliance
* Ready to take ownership and step into a site leadership role
* Ambitious, proactive, and confident influencing site teams
Or
* A proven experience leading QHSE within process or high-hazard industries
* Looking to step into or further develop within a COMAH-regulated / upper-tier environment
* Strong understanding of process safety and regulatory engagement
Why Apply?
* Clear opportunity to step up into a leadership role or elevate your COMAH experience
* High level of autonomy and visibility with senior stakeholders
* Work within a technically complex, high-hazard environment
* Opportunity to shape culture and make a tangible impact on site safety and performance
Apply Now
If you’re ready for the next step in your QHSE career or looking to expand your experience in a COMAH environment, apply today for a confidential discussion
Salary description
£55000.00 - £65000.00 per year