Job Description:

QEHS Engineer

Our client is recruiting for an experienced QEHS Engineer for their facility in Rainham, Essex.

As a QEHS Engineer you are responsible to ensure that the company is in compliance with safe working practices. You follow company policies and procedures and support adherence across the site. You will complete required training and support the delivery of such training to personnel where required, this all to meet internal and external standards. Occasionally, you may be asked by management to carry out additional duties.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Quality Specific

• Support the maintenance and improvement of the internal Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO9001 requirements.
• Monitor and report on quality and EHS KPIs, supporting improvement actions.
• Assist in the customer complaint and warranty process, including investigation and follow-up actions.
• Conduct internal audits and support audit preparation and close-out activities.
• Create and maintain all quality procedures and documentation to always ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support third-party audits and certification processes as required.
• Assist in maintaining RISQS accreditation requirements.
• Maintain and update the employee competency and training matrix.
• Support supplier quality activities, including audits and performance reviews.
• Ensure calibration activities are completed and recorded in line with requirements.

EHS Specific

• Support the development and maintenance of EHS policies and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and assist in implementing control measures.
• Carry out site inspections and report findings, supporting corrective actions.
• Assist in delivering EHS training and awareness activities.
• Support compliance with corporate EHS requirements and initiatives.
• Assist with external audits and regulatory inspections.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, and support corrective action implementation.
• Support the management and distribution of PPE.
• Ensure EHS inductions are completed and recorded as required.

Responsibilities and Accountability

• Support compliance with the Quality Management System and ensure assigned actions are completed effectively.
• Support compliance with EHS systems and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Act with integrity and uphold company values in all activities.
• Support customer-focused quality performance and improvement initiatives.
• Ensure assigned tasks and responsibilities are completed accurately and on time.
• Promote and follow all Business Values.

SKILLS

• Proficient in investigation tools & techniques
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Process driven.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Degree or Equivalent vocational Qualification in Mechanical engineering principle.

EHS Qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH desirable.

5+ Years working in a quality function within manufacturing or engineering

Experience working with ISO standards

Internal Auditor Trained.

In return for your skills our client is offering a competitive salary, ongoing training, company pension, healthcare (after qualifying period), excellent working conditions in a modern facility.

Axiom Personnel is acting as an employment agency in relation to this position.