Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Role: HSQE Manager

Day rate: up to £150 - £250 Per Day

IR35: Outside

Location: Cheltenham

Type: Full time on Site / Contract

Send CV’s to: [email protected]

Overview of the HSQE Manager

• Forsyth Barnes are recruiting for a HSQE Manager to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our integrated Quality Management System (QMS) and Health & Safety (H&S) framework.
• This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with legal obligations, ISO standards, and industry best practices across all sites and operations.
• Responsibilities of the HSQE
• Quality Management (ISO 9001:2015)
• Maintain and enhance the company’s ISO 9001:2015 certified QMS.
• Lead internal and external audits, ensuring readiness and compliance.
• Develop and monitor quality KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all operational procedures and documentation are current, accessible, and effectively implemented.
• Compliance and Risk Management
• Ensure compliance with UK H&S legislation (e.g., HASAWA, CDM Regulations, Fire Safety Order).
• Manage contractor compliance, including RAMS reviews and permit-to-work systems.
• Support ESG and sustainability initiatives, including environmental risk assessments.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Act as the primary point of contact for all QHSE matters.
• Liaise with clients, residents, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
• Prepare and present reports to senior leadership and external stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven experience (5–10 years) in a QHSE role, ideally within property, construction, or facilities management.
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) is required.
• Experience within residential property management or block management.
• ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor qualification is desirable.
• Membership of IOSH (TechIOSH or higher) is desirable.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and UK H&S legislation.
• Familiarity with ESG reporting and sustainability frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement practical, long-term solutions that enhance operational safety, quality, and environmental performance.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to changing regulations, technologies, or operational challenges.