HSEQ Advisor - Manufacturing

Location - Newmarket, Cambridgeshire

Type - Permanent, Full Time  

Salary - Up to £46k

Benefits - Life Assurance, EAP, 33 Days Holiday, Progression/Development Plans

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive QHSE Specialist to join a leading business in Newmarket. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental (QHSE / SHEQ), particularly within Food, Beverage, or Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):

• Conduct and review risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and HAZOP studies
• Lead and support incident investigations, near-miss reporting, and root cause analysis
• Manage and resolve non-conformances and implement corrective actions
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with ISO 45001

Quality Assurance:

• Lead and support quality investigations, CAPA processes, and internal audits
• Assist with ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certification and surveillance audits
• Drive continuous improvement and quality control initiatives
• Support document control, SOP reviews, and compliance monitoring

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Deputise for the HSEQ Manager when required
• Collaborate with the Lab Lead and Lab Analyst to uphold QHSE standards
• Liaise with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on QHSE objectives

Requirements

• Proven experience in Quality and Health & Safety roles
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 45001
• Experience in food, beverage, lab, chemical, pharmaceutical, or similar technical environments
• Familiarity with COSHH, HAZOP, and risk management frameworks
• Hands-on experience with non-conformance handling, incident investigations, and audit preparation
• Must hold a valid driving licence

Desirable (GTH):

• Experience in manufacturing or production environments
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor qualification
• Knowledge of SHEQ systems, compliance reporting, and EHS software tools

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company where safety, quality, and compliance are central to operations. You’ll be part of a cooperative team with real scope to grow, influence, and make a meaningful impact.