HSQE Manager

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Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.

About Us

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

The Role

The HSQE Manager is responsible for the management of the Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental (HSQE) systems across the site.  This influential leadership role provides strong technical knowledge, a focus on balancing compliance with operational realities, and driving a culture of continuous improvement in safety, quality and environmental performance of the Gosport Sheet Plant.

Main Duties & Responsibilities          

• Ensuring legal compliance is maintained to a high standard for HSQE, keeping up to date with any changes in legislation.
• Carrying out risk assessments and considering how risks could be reduced and develop Safe Systems of Work throughout the plant.
• Monitoring the effectiveness of the Group H & S Policy, recommending changes and additions if necessary, and the provision of advice to employees.
• Ensuring all safety records are maintained and are accurate.
• Assisting departmental/line managers in the investigation of accidents/ incidents at sites where they have responsibility or as directed by the UK HSE Manager.
• Managing HSQE compliance, ensuring policies and procedures are adhered to

• Working with the management team to prioritise and manage customer expectations and address actions in relation to customer complaints, non-conformances, internal and external audits
• Carry out regular site inspections to check SK policies and procedures are being properly implemented
• Coordinate both Quality and HSE monthly and annual meetings, ensuring there is an agenda and minutes are taken.
• Work with the UK Quality and H&S teams across various locations. To attend regular meetings, and develop best practice and UK standardisation
• Carry out periodic safety inspections and safety audits to identify unsafe plant, working conditions and practices. To report to the management team on the findings of such inspections and make recommendations for remedying any defects found.
• Present monthly toolbox talks and any other group/ site information

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.