Production Operative

Site HSE Lead£53,000 - £58,000 + up to 15% Bonus + Exceptional PensionEast Midlands / North Northamptonshire CorridorClient: Uk market leader in manufacturer to trade retail salesCommutable from Northampton, Wellingborough, Kettering, Bedford, Rushden, Milton Keynes, Peterborough, Huntingdon and surrounding areas.

The Opportunity – Site HSE Lead

A market-leading FMCG manufacturer is seeking a highly visible and influential Site HSE Manager to help shape the next chapter of its already impressive safety culture.

This is an opportunity to join a household-name business with a reputation for operational excellence, continuous improvement, quality, and employee engagement. Operating within a complex manufacturing related operations  environment, the site combines engineering, utilities, warehousing and supply chain functions under one roof, creating a fast-paced and highly engaging challenge for an experienced HSE professional.

Importantly, this is not a compliance-led, clipboard-carrying safety role.The business already has strong systems, excellent leadership commitment and a mature safety foundation. They are now looking for an HSE leader who can influence behaviours, build credibility with operational teams, coach leaders, and help move the culture from good to genuinely world class.You'll be trusted with significant autonomy to shape the agenda, challenge constructively, and drive sustainable improvements across safety, health, environmental and wellbeing performance.

The Role – Site HSE lead

Reporting to the Regional HSE Category Manager, you will act as the site's Health, Safety & Environmental subject matter expert while partnering closely with the Site Leadership Team, Engineering, Production, Supply Chain and Continuous Improvement functions.This role is about leadership and influence just as much as technical capability.You'll be a visible presence across the manufacturing operation, helping operational leaders take ownership of SHE performance while supporting key business objectives around safety, efficiency, quality, reliability and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities – Site HSE lead

Lead the site's HSE strategy and continue the journey towards world-class performanceCoach and influence senior operational leaders to strengthen safety ownershipDevelop trusted relationships across manufacturing, engineering, technical and supply chain teamsDrive behavioural safety initiatives and workforce engagement programmesAct as a critical friend to the leadership team, providing pragmatic risk-based guidanceLead investigations, root cause analysis and corrective action programmesAnalyse SHE performance data, trends and leading indicators to identify improvement opportunitiesSupport and maintain ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systemsConduct audits, inspections and assurance activities across the operationDrive contractor management and high-risk activity controlsSupport environmental improvement initiatives and sustainability objectivesChampion a culture where safety is embedded within operational decision making rather than owned solely by the HSE department

Unlike many HSE positions, this role offers genuine exposure to the operational heartbeat of a manufacturing business.

You will work closely with:

Operations and manufacturing teamsEngineering and maintenance departmentsAutomation and reliability functionsContinuous improvement teamsUtilities and infrastructure operationsWarehousing and supply chain functionsCapital project and contractor activities

The environment demands strong leadership, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, making it highly transferable for professionals from food or heavier manufacturing, FMCG, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, packaging, chemicals, personal care, building products, automotive and other high-volume manufacturing environments.

About You – Site HSE Lead

You may currently be working as a Site HSE Manager, SHE Manage, Health & Safety Manager, HSE Business Partner, Regional HSE Advisor, Safety Business Partner, EHS Manager, Environmental Health & Safety Lead, Senior HSE Advisor

Most importantly, you'll be someone who can build trust, influence behaviours and drive cultural change across a large operational workforce.

You'll Demonstrate – Site HSE lead

Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skillsExperience influencing senior leaders and operational teamsA collaborative, coaching-led leadership styleConfidence challenging constructively and professionallyStrong communication and engagement capabilityExperience operating within fast-paced manufacturing environmentsThe ability to gain credibility from shop floor to boardroomPassion for cultural improvement rather than simply policing compliance

Ideal Background – Site HSE lead

FMCG Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Beverage Production

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Consumer Products, Packaging Manufacturing, Building Products, Automotive Manufacturing, High-Speed Production or automation Environments

Qualifications & Experience – Sie HSE lead

NEBOSH Certificate minimumNEBOSH Diploma preferredExperience operating within ISO 45001 environmentsEnvironmental management exposure (IEMA desirable)Audit and management systems experienceExperience managing high-risk activities and contractorsStrong understanding of incident investigation and root cause methodologiesData-driven approach to performance improvement

Why Join? Site HSE Lead

£53,000 - £58,000 salary target bandRealistic 15% annual bonusMarket-leading pension schemeExcellent career development opportunitiesSignificant autonomy and influenceHighly respected leadership teamStrong investment in people, safety and continuous improvementOpportunity to create a lasting legacy within a nationally recognised manufacturing business

This is an excellent opportunity for an engaging, commercially minded HSE professional who wants to influence culture, develop leaders and help shape the future of safety performance within a successful and growing FMCG operation.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

Mike Butler on

0113 212 3519

 ✉️ [email protected]

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Project Manager

Gloucestershire 

Aerospace / Advanced Manufacturing

Contract (6 Months) - Inside IR35

£350 - £400 per day

 

The Role - Project Manager

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and confident Project Manager to join a rapidly scaling Aerospace engineering business in Gloucestershire. on a contract basis.

You will be responsible for managing projects through the full project lifecycle, taking responsibility for budgets, delivery, and stakeholder management for important product deliverables.

You'll need to be comfortable working in an evolving and scaling business, whilst working closely with global OEMs in the aerospace and defence sector.

 

Duties - Project Manager

Developing detailed project plans, setting timelines, defining milestones.Coordinating and overseeing cross-functional teams.Managing project budgets, monitoring expenditure and identifying cost-saving activitiesActing as the main point of contact for internal & external stakeholdersIdentifying potential project risks & implementing mitigation strategies.Implementing Lessons Learnt to improve continuous improvement and innovation.Developing standardised project management processes to support function growth.

 

Background - Project Manager

Project management within manufacturing, engineering or technical environmentExperience in aerospace, defence or space.A track record of running multiple projects concurrentlyCommercial awareness across budgets, cost and planning.Excellent use of MS Project, Excel and PowerPoint.Obtained PM qualifications (APM, PMP or PRINCE2)Exposure to AS9100 and OEM customer-specific programme requirements

 

OMEGA

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a Project Lead, Programme Manager, Project Engineer, Senior Project Manager, Associate Project Manager, Project Coordinator may be suitable.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Process Engineer

Tewkesbury

Permanent

Aerospace/Engineering

 

The Role – Mechanical Process Engineer

We are currently recruiting for a Process Engineering professional with a bias towards Mechanical Assembly processes to join a high profile aerospace engineering business in Tewkesbury.

In this role, you will support complex assembly and test processes within an aerospace engineering environment, driving process optimization, problem resolution, and continuous improvement to ensure operational production streamlining.

Your core responsibility will be for resolving complex issues related to the design, assembly, and testing processes of mechanically assembled hardware, predominantly centered around hydraulics.

With evidenced industry experience, you can expert to elevate your career to new heights

 

Duties – Process Engineer

Support build and test processes within an Assembly & Test environment.Identify process improvement opportunitiesAnalyze build and performance data to support process optimizationDevelop and improve existing manufacturing and test processesUse a range of techniques to interpret technical data.Support investigations of production issues.Partner cross-functional teams to support operational excellence.

 

Background – Process Engineer

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalentCore experience in Mechanical EngineeringKnowledge of mechanical and hydraulic systems.Knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, and Process Flow Diagrams.

 

OMEGA

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Product Support Engineer, Systems Engineer, Analysis Engineer, Hydraulic Engineer, Sustainment Engineer, Development Engineer or Design Engineer might be suitable for this position.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

 

Quality Systems Engineer

 

Buckingham

 

Competitive Salary

 

 

 

A leading automotive lighting manufacturer supplying luxury and supercar brands is seeking an experienced Quality Systems Engineer.

 

 

 

The role is responsible for developing, maintaining and continuously improving the company's Business Management System (BMS) and Quality Management System

 

 

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Maintain and improve the Business Management System (BMS).Plan, manage and lead, internal audits, process audits, product audits, manufacturing process audits and external certifications and customer auditsManage audit schedules and ensure actions are completed.Drive corrective actions through the CAR (Corrective Action Request) process.Ensure compliance with automotive customer requirements and industry standards.Manage warranty performance, warranty claims and debit note closure.Support supplier audit programmes and mentor Supplier Quality teams.Support IMDS (International Material Data System) submissions

 

 

 

Skills & Experience

 

Knowledge of Quality systems such as IATF 16949 and VDA 6.3.Desired to have experience with ISO9001, Health & safety regulations.Experience of automotive quality tools, techniques, and systems such as PPAP, 8D , SPC, KPI, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans.Support the organisation in its use of quality methodologies such as problem solving, report management, visual management, training and escalation management.Management of documentation and overall BMS deliverables.Experience of Automotive relevant / industry compliance and regulatory requirements.Experience of working in a manufacturing environment ideally automotive.

 

 

 

What We Can Offer – Quality Systems Engineer

 

Competitive Salary25 Days Holiday + Bank HolidaysPension SchemeCareer Development OpportunitiesModern Manufacturing EnvironmentEmployee Benefits and Discount Schemes

 

 

 

Candidates who are currently a Quality Engineer, Quality Auditor, Quality Systems Engineer or Quality Manager may be suitable for this role

 

 

 

For more information on this role please contact Scott at Omega at [email protected] or 01453 852566

 

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.