Quality & Environmental Consultant

Job description

We are working with a well-respected Manufacturer in the Hastings area who, due to an exciting period of growth, is looking to appoint a Quality & Environmental Consultant to join their Head Office team.

This is an administrative role sitting within the Engineering department, reporting directly to the Environmental & Quality Manager and acting as their right-hand support. The role would suit someone with experience in a similar quality / environmental position within an engineering or manufacturing environment, who enjoys maintaining systems, documentation, and compliance.

The Role:

You’ll support the day-to-day administration and continuous improvement of the company’s Quality and Environmental Management Systems, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining policies, procedures, records, and documentation for ISO 9001 & ISO 14001
• Supporting internal audits, CAPA actions, and audit documentation
• Monitoring updates to ISO standards and relevant legislation
• Maintaining accurate audit trails and management system records
• Supporting data collection and reporting for sustainability and Net Zero initiatives
• Submitting environmental data via online portals (e.g. Planet Mark)
• Preparing reports on quality and environmental performance
• Assisting with quality documentation, inspections, and control records
• Supporting continuous improvement activities across the business
• Liaising with internal teams including Engineering, Production, R&D, and Sales

Person Specification:

• Previous experience in a Quality / Environmental Administrator or similar role
• Experience working in an engineering, manufacturing, or technical environment
• Hands-on experience supporting ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 systems
• Strong administrative and document control skills
• Experience supporting audits and corrective actions
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail, and time management
• Confident written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working with data, reports, and internal systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Lean Six Sigma awareness or certification is highly advantageous

The Package:

• Monday-Friday, 9am – 5pm (35 hours)
• Salary up to £35,000pa DOE
• 25 days holiday + birthday & bank holidays
• Other benefits: contributory pension (up to 10%), discretionary annual bonus, free onsite parking

This is a great opportunity to join a stable, growing business with a strong local reputation, offering exposure to quality, environmental, and sustainability initiatives while working closely with an experienced manager in a supportive team environment.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

St Leonards

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

30-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English