QHSE & E Manager at Velux Danmark · Vyškov

We are seeking an experienced QHSE&E Manager to drive Quality, Health & Safety, Environment and Energy performance at our production site in Vyškov.

As a member of the local management team, you will lead a team of QHSE&E specialists and work closely with the General Manager, local managers, divisional QHSE&E colleagues and global functions to ensure compliance, continuous improvement and achievement of business objectives.

Purpose of the Role

The QHSE&E Manager is responsible for ensuring the effective implementation and execution of all Quality, Health & Safety, Environment and Energy processes and standards at the factory level. The role is accountable for product quality, employee safety, environmental compliance, energy performance and CO₂ reduction.

The role is also responsible for reporting local QHSE&E performance, leading investigations and corrective actions, and driving sustainable improvements based on data, root cause analysis and operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement global and divisional QHSE&E standards, procedures and control plans within daily plant operations, ensuring compliance with all legal and corporate requirements.
• Monitor operational performance indicators such as Right First Time (RFT), scrap rates, safety incidents and energy consumption, and take immediate action to address deviations.
• Lead the investigation, reporting and corrective action process for quality and safety incidents.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of quality, safety and energy-related data through relevant systems and tools.
• Conduct local audits, workplace inspections and coordinate QHSE&E training activities for employees.
• Represent the local production company in divisional and global initiatives, including product quality validation activities and energy efficiency projects.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying root causes of quality issues, safety risks and operational inefficiencies and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Lead and develop a team of local QHSE&E specialists.

Who We're Looking For:

We are looking for an experienced QHSE&E professional with a proven track record in a manufacturing environment and the ability to balance operational priorities with compliance and continuous improvement.

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• At least 5 years of experience in a QHSE&E role within a manufacturing company.
• At least 5 years of experience as a people manager, including leading, coaching and developing teams
• Proven responsibility for Quality management combined with practical experience in Health & Safety or Energy Management, ideally both.
• Fluent Czech and advanced English language skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across local, divisional and global stakeholders.
• A strong track record of driving compliance, operational improvements and corrective actions within a production environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels.
• A structured, hands-on and data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Success in this role is measured by:

• Achievement of local targets related to quality, scrap rates, safety performance, energy consumption and CO₂ reduction.
• Timely and effective implementation of corrective actions resulting from audits and incident investigations.
• Continuous improvement of employee engagement and awareness related to QHSE&E culture.

What we offer:

At VELUX, we offer competitive compensation with annual salary reviews, a supportive team environment, and a culture built on trust and fairness.

In addition, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Hybrid working schedule with flexible hours
• Company car or car allowance
• 5 weeks of vacation
• Meals in our company canteen (choice of 7 meals for CZK 30)
• Cafeteria benefit program (for sports activities, shopping, and more)
• Summer day camps for employees' children held directly on company premises
• Cultural and sports activities, including company trips, sports tournaments, social events, and Children's Day celebrations
• Support of Employee Advocacy Platform (in case employee needs e.g. support with psychological issues or finance advisory…)
• Employer contribution to pension savings
• 50% discount on all VELUX products

Ready to apply?

Learn more about the VELUX Group online at www.velux.com where you can read more about working at our company and what to expect of our recruitment process. We look forward to receiving your application and CV as soon as possible. We are conducting interviews on an ongoing basis until we have the right match. All inquiries will be treated confidentially.

About VELUX

In the VELUX Group, we offer you a world of opportunities and the chance to create a bright future. From the forefront of the roof window category, we enable those who live, work and play under the roof transform their spaces and live a healthier everyday life with more daylight and fresh air.

The VELUX Group is an international, family-owned business with strong financial roots and each year we can create real impact by reinvesting in society, our employees and planet through our foundations. With 20 production companies in 12 countries and sales companies in 37 countries, our products are widely available. We employ around 12,000 people, and our company is headquartered in Denmark. Alongside the rest of our values, “courage” and “mutual respect” define our actions every day and how we wish to contribute to the world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At VELUX Residential, we believe in fostering a diverse workplace for everyone to thrive, develop, and perform at their best, and where you feel welcome, respected, and valued. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all - whether you are applying for a role or already a part of VELUX Residential. That means we recruit, hire, train, and promote people based on their skills and potential without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, neurodiversity, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
We value diversity and strive to ensure that our employment decisions are fair and inclusive, focusing only on what truly matters: your qualifications and how you can contribute to our shared mission and success.