Full job descriptionWe are seeking an experienced QSHE Director to provide strategic leadership across Quality, Environment, Health and Safety within a complex manufacturing and supply chain environment. This role is responsible for driving governance, compliance, technical excellence, and a prevention-led safety culture while protecting consumers, products, and brand reputation.
Client Details
A global market-leading drinks manufacturer known for iconic brands, strong values, and a commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability.
Description
*Lead Quality, Food Safety and Technical Governance, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, standards, and best practices.
*Oversee QSHE management systems and certifications, maintaining operational excellence and audit readiness.
*Drive product integrity initiatives, including vulnerability assessments, food defence, and fraud prevention.
*Ensure robust traceability systems and effective issue resolution processes.
*Lead incident and crisis management, including root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement programmes.
*Champion a proactive Zero Harm culture through behavioural safety programmes and risk prevention initiatives.
*Drive continuous improvement in environmental performance, including waste reduction, emissions management, recycling, and resource efficiency.
*Develop and execute QSHE strategy aligned with organisational goals and operational priorities.
*Manage QSHE budgets, technical programmes, laboratories, and external service providers.
*Build capability across QSHE teams through coaching, succession planning, and leadership development.
*Lead cross-functional projects and support safe, compliant delivery of capital investment programmes.
Profile
Essential*Senior leadership experience within a complex FMCG, food, beverage, manufacturing, or consumer goods environment.
*Deep expertise in Quality, Food Safety, and QSHE management systems.
*Strong experience in incident, risk, and crisis management.
*Proven track record of leading safety culture transformation and behavioural safety initiatives.
*Strong knowledge of environmental compliance and sustainability practices.
*Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
*Analytical and data-driven approach to decision making.
*Degree qualified in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
*Willingness to travel regularly.
Desirable*Experience managing co-manufacturing or partner networks.
*NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
*Knowledge of ISO, FSSC, AIB, or similar certification frameworks.
*Advanced qualifications in a scientific, technical, or engineering discipline.


Job Offer
*Competitive Director salary level
*Competitive package