UK QHSE Manager

Level:

Manager

Employment Type:

Full-time

Permanent

Hybrid

Location:

Cramlington Northumberland

Job Function:

Quality Health Safety & Environmental

Industry:

Oil & Energy

Air Pollution Control

Who We Are:

AAF International offers the most comprehensive clean air solutions available across the globe. Selling under the American Air Filter and the AAF International brand names AAF International has been an industry pioneer since 1921 with manufacturing operations in 22 countries and over 6000 employees globally. Our products are the industry benchmarks for quality and performance. Our applications include commercial industrial and residential solutions from the filters used in your home to the most critical cleanroom and power generation applications.

We are a member of the Daikin Group the worlds largest air conditioning provider with $30 billion in revenue and over 75000 employees worldwide. Founded in 1924 Daikin has grown into a diversified industrial manufacturing company offering solutions in clean air air conditioning refrigeration chemicals oil hydraulics defence systems and electronics.

Our culture of continuous improvement safety and world class operations is driven by our people-centred management philosophy. This philosophy is built around mutual selection: that while AAF seeks top talent people to join and deliver on our team we also want each team member to receive job satisfaction growth and development and continued happiness in being a long-term member of the AAF family. This is fuelled by our belief in treating our people our supply partners our customers and our environment with the trust and respect we each require and our passion to give back to our community for our success.

Position Summary:

We are currently recruiting for a UK QHSE Manager to join our existing team within our Power & Industrial (P&I) division based in Cramlington Northumberland. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the delivery of QHSE objectives and inputs to the AAF UK Operations and will coordinate and lead where necessary the overall HSE approach.

This role will drive our QHSE performance to ensure efficient and effective service in achieving zero harm and sustainability.

Scope for flexible working arrangements including working from home on occasion is offered subject to agreement.

Position Responsibilities:

• To provide authoritative guidance and leadership to the UK business for QHSE.
• Work with key stakeholders to ensure that operations are compliant with ISO9001 ISO14001 and ISO45001.
• To implement communicate and update the UK business with regards to all company policies and procedures and any changes with regards to QHSE.
• Proactively collaborate on Health & Safety projects across UK Operations.
• To create review and maintain the UK business Risk Assessments.
• Lead and support areas of compliance across the UK business. Ensuring the business conforms to all QMS H&S and Environmental legislation developing and managing robust EMS and QMS.
• Review and develop the safety training needs for the UK business.
• Review and audit arrangements for Health & Safety management while continuously improving these arrangements where appropriate.
• Advise the Executive and Operational Teams on QHSE legislation best practices and performance.
• Undertake full and detailed investigations into all accidents/incidents Near Hits and Safety Observations.
• Provide leadership to the UK business Safety Representative Team ensuring that all actions are communicated and delivered across the UK business.
• Promote a safe working culture and encourage Safety Kaizen events across the UK business ensure employee engagement.
• Report a monthly QHSE report to the AAF Leadership Team.

Person Specification

Education Qualifications and Affiliations

Essential

• NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety.

Desirable

• A bachelors degree in a health safety or environmental field of study.

*Completed qualifications from an accredited institution may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Experience

Essential

• Demonstratable experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Proven experience as a QHSE Manager or similar position.
• Previous experience of working in a manufacturing/engineering company.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of UK Health & Safety Legislation
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 Environmental: ISO14001 and Health and Safety: ISO45001
• Previous experience of conducting training.
• Proven ability to lead a culture change across site.
• Computer literate and able to use a wide range of software packages.

Desirable

• Previous experience gained within the industry or similar industries i.e. Mechanical O&G Energy and Power Generation
• Internal and Lead Auditor experience.
• Experience of Six Sigma or Operational Excellence.

Licenses or Certifications

Essential

• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Full valid passport.
• Full driving license.

Desirable

• First aid certificate.
• Fire warden certificate.
• Lean Six Sigma qualification.
• Audit Qualification.
• Membership with a relevant professional body (e.g. IOSH or IEMA).

Skills

Essential

• Health safety and environmentally conscious.
• Flexible approach to working willingness to accept changing priorities.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
• Ability to work to deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Good commercial acumen.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good MS Office / ERP skills.
• Ability to write and present detailed reports.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships.
• A problem-solving can-do attitude
• High level of English communication skills including face to face telephone and written.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in an organised manner.
• Continuous improvement mentality and receptive to change.

Desirable

• Multi-lingual a positive advantage. (Notably French and Spanish)

Why Work with Us

• We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and supported. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
• We know that having a work life balance is important so we offer our colleagues flexible working opportunities in line with the needs of their role.
• Take a break with 25 days holiday (5 weeks) bank holidays per annum.
• Pension scheme. A fantastic way to save for your retirement and benefit from employer contributions we match up to 7%.
• Death in service benefit which provides a lump sum payment equal to 3 times your annual salary.
• Company sick pay scheme.
• The opportunity for international travel.
• Career progression and Learning & Development with access to our 24/7 LMS.
• Perks and savings such as online cashback instore and online vouchers and discounts via our scheme.
• Employee wellbeing programme Free advice offering financial wellbeing and relationship support 24 hours a day 365 days a year via our on-line portal.
• Get fit and take advantage of our cycle to work scheme.
• When on site free parking is available.
• Receive free annual flu jabs.
• Stand out with our employee recognition schemes.

Applications:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
• All applications must be submitted in English.

Accommodations:

If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process please let us know. We are happy to make adjustments to ensure an inclusive recruitment experience for all applicants.