Quality and Health & Safety (H&S) Manager

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent 

Location: Leicester, LE7 3XD 

Salary: £45,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)

Duration: Monday to Friday (basic 40 hours per week)

Benefits: Business performance bonus, private medical insurance, discounted gym membership, free fruit, and more.

As part of our planned growth, we are looking to recruit a Quality and Health & Safety Manager

Role Overview:

As the Quality and H&S Manager, you will lead the planning, coordination, and control of all accreditation, quality, health & safety, and training activities within the company. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with standards such as ISO 17025 and UKAS* requirements, while also managing workplace health and safety policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Management:

• Authorise, update, administer, and review Quality policies and procedures.
• Conduct annual or more frequent audits of quality procedures, ensuring full compliance.
• Maintain quality standards across all aspects of the company and provide clients with top-tier service.
• Ensure laboratory tests and calibrations comply with ISO 17025.
• Maintain proper laboratory records and ensure labelling of equipment and samples, managing ‘out of calibration’ procedures.
• Oversee the training of the workforce to maintain high-quality standards.

• Health & Safety Management:

• Develop, implement, and manage H&S policies, ensuring a safe working environment for all staff.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure all safety audits and inspections are carried out in accordance with legal and company standards.
• Promote and enforce a strong health and safety culture across the organisation.
• Provide H&S training to employees and ensure ongoing compliance with legal regulations.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to influence and negotiate with managers and staff to implement quality and safety standards.
• Patience, diplomacy, and an investigative mindset.
• Strong IT skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.

Knowledge and Experience:

• 10 years' experience working in a laboratory environment.
• At least 5 years' experience managing ISO 17025 accredited laboratories.
• In-depth understanding of ISO 17025 standards and accreditation processes.
• Solid technical understanding of construction testing and safety protocols.

Unique Opportunity:

In addition to the traditional interview process, we offer candidates the chance to participate in a reverse interview. This allows you to interview one of our senior managers, providing insights into the company culture and helping you understand the team's dynamics before making your decision.

If you are a proactive, detail-oriented leader with a passion for quality and safety, we would love to hear from you.