QEHS Manager - Bahrain

At Arla, we do so much more than make some of the world’s favourite dairy products. We make healthy taste delicious, mornings worth getting up for, and family dinners unforgettable. Puck®, Dano®, Lurpak®, and Castello® – names like these make us a vital, natural part of modern life in over 100 countries around the world. With 1,200 employees in the Middle East and Africa and 19,000 globally, every single one of us plays an important role in building on our 10bn Euros turnover and establishing our position as one of the world’s largest dairy companies.

We have an exciting new role as QESH Manager to lead Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety (QEHS) programs within our Bahrain production site. In this role, the successful candidate will ensure compliance with QEHS regulations, drive continuous improvement in QEHS performance, and foster a culture of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship, aligning QEHS initiatives with the organization's strategic goals.

How would you make an impact in this role

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve QEHS policies, procedures, and management systems.
• Continuously work closely with markets to resolve quality issues
• Educate and coach stakeholders on quality procedures and guidelines
• Maintain strong CORNERSTONES engagement on site
• Ensure compliance with local and international QEHS regulations and standards.
• Conduct regular QEHS audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Lead, coach, and develop the QEHS team to achieve high performance.
• Drive continuous improvement in QEHS performance through strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with other departments to support QEHS objectives and integrate best practices.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive QEHS training programs.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on QEHS performance metrics and trends.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, regulatory agencies, and industry bodies.

What you will need to be successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or related field.
• Ideally 7-10+ years of experience in QEHS management, preferably within FMCG or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of QEHS regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk management abilities.
• Proficiency in QEHS management software and tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

At Arla, we are committed to professional development and promoting from within. You will join a positive, collaborative culture and a market leader with household-favorite brands, contributing to sustainable practices that benefit our customers, farmers, and the planet.

Would you like to join us?

If you want to be part of a dynamic team and help shape the future of dairy, seize this exciting opportunity! This role will be advertised continuously until the right candidate is found.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about.

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