Job Description

Group HSQE Manager

Location:

Scunthorpe & Wisbech, UK (Regular travel between sites required)

Salary:

45,000 - 51,000 per year

About Weightlifter Bodies Ltd

At Weightlifter Bodies, we've been manufacturing high-quality commercial vehicle bodies for decades. We pride ourselves on engineering excellence, industry-leading safety standards, and a commitment to environmental responsibility. Our teams in Scunthorpe and Wisbech work collaboratively to deliver innovative solutions to our customers, backed by ISO-certified processes and a culture of continuous improvement.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic

Group HSQE Manager

to lead Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental performance across both our manufacturing sites. Reporting to senior leadership, you will be the driving force behind compliance, ISO accreditation, and safety culture transformation -- all while supporting operational efficiency and innovation.This is a high-impact leadership position, perfect for a hands-on professional who can combine strategic oversight with on-the-ground engagement.

Key ResponsibilitiesHealth & Safety

Lead the business-wide H&S strategy, fostering a culture of safety and compliance. Develop and deliver site-specific inductions, regular inspections, and PPE management. Oversee employee health screening and pre-employment medical processes. Lead digital transformation for HSQE records and reporting. Ensure compliance with key legislation (e.g., legionella, asbestos, building regulations). Chair quarterly H&S meetings and track action completion. Conduct incident investigations, root cause analyses, and enforce corrective actions. Manage internal and external audits, ensuring readiness and compliance. Coach managers in creating risk assessments, method statements, and COSHH documentation.

Quality

Maintain ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 accreditations. Manage Type Approval and Conformity of Production (CoP) processes. Digitise and streamline QA systems and audits. Monitor production outputs to meet customer and regulatory requirements. Lead investigations into quality issues and implement lasting corrective actions. Manage customer complaints process and reduce non-conformances via CI projects.

Environmental

Lead site-level environmental initiatives in line with Group strategy. Engage stakeholders on environmental compliance and improvement plans.

Leadership & Culture

Champion a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Mentor HSQE team members and support their professional development. Represent the company with customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies as needed.

Experience & QualificationsEssential:

Proven track record as an HSQE Manager or Senior HSQE Engineer in industrial manufacturing. Strong experience with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, Type Approval, and CoP. Level 6 Health & Safety qualification (NEBOSH Diploma, NCRQ Level 6, or NVQ Level 6 Diploma). Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH).

Highly Desirable:

Certified QMS Auditor or Lead Auditor. NEBOSH Fire Certificate. Membership of IEMA. Familiarity with MIG and TIG welding environments.

Key Skills & Attributes

Clear, confident communicator with strong influencing skills. Strategic thinker with excellent organisational abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Resilient, optimistic, and adaptable to change. Collaborative team player with a pragmatic, solution-focused approach.

Benefits:

Competitive salary (45k-51k). Opportunity to lead HSQE strategy across two key manufacturing sites. Role at the forefront of safety, quality, and environmental best practice in a respected manufacturing business.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 45,000.00-51,000.00 per year

Experience:

conformity of production within commercial vehicle industry: 5 years (preferred) HSQE: 5 years (preferred) Industrial manufacturing : 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person