At Victrex, we’re proud to create world-leading high-performance materials - and just as importantly, we’re committed to creating a safe, capable and continuously improving workplace.
We’re now looking for a SHE & Competency Development Lead to play a key role in shaping both our safety culture and the development of our people.
This is a unique opportunity to combine Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) expertise with learning and capability development. You’ll work closely with site leaders, managers and frontline teams to ensure we operate safely, remain compliant, and continue to build the skills needed for the future.
You’ll lead the development of competency frameworks, support compliance with SHE standards and legislation, and play a critical role in driving a proactive, positive safety culture across your area.
Providing expert SHE guidance and support to managers and operational teams
Supporting audits, inspections, incident investigations, and safety reviews
Implementing SHE programmes to meet internal standards and regulatory requirements
Ensuring effective risk assessments and driving timely corrective actions
Designing and delivering competency frameworks and training programmes
Assessing workforce capability and building development plans to close skills gaps
Leading and developing apprenticeship programmes, including mentoring and oversight
Managing relationships with training providers and external stakeholders
We’re seeking someone who can combine technical SHE knowledge with a strong people development mindset, and who is confident influencing at all levels.
You’ll bring:
A recognised qualification in Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management (or equivalent)
Strong knowledge of current and emerging SHE legislation
Experience developing and delivering training or competency frameworks
The ability to analyse skills gaps and implement development plans
Experience supporting audits, inspections or investigations
Excellent communication and influencing skills
A data-led approach to decision making
Desirable:
Engineering qualification (HNC or above)
Assessor or training qualifications
Experience supporting apprenticeships or structured development programmes
At Victrex, you’ll be part of a business where safety, innovation and people development go hand in hand. You’ll have the opportunity to:
Shape both how we work and how we develop our people
Influence culture, capability and compliance in a meaningful way
Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking manufacturing environment
If you’re passionate about driving safety excellence while developing people and capability, we’d love to hear from you.
NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE.
At present, we are not accepting any candidates via a recruitment agency or third party.
About Victrex
Victrex is an innovative world leader in high-performance PEEK (Poly Ether Ether Ketone) and PAEK (Poly Aryl Ether Ketone) polymer solutions focusing on the strategic markets of automotive, aerospace, energy and industrial, electronics and medical. Every day, millions of people use products and applications containing our materials – from smartphones, aeroplanes and cars to energy operations and medical devices.
With over 40 years‘ experience, we are developing world leading solutions with PEEK and PAEK-based polymers and selected semi-finished and finished parts which enable environmental and societal benefit for our customers and our markets and drive value for our shareholders
Vision and culture
At Victrex, we have a clear purpose: to deliver transformational and sustainable solutions that address global material challenges.
Our core values of passion, innovation, and performance are at the heart of everything we do. We are a company that thrives on human-centred leadership, valuing curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration in a fast-paced, digitally enabled world. We believe in empowering individuals, rather than seeing barriers to progress.
We are looking for individuals who are comfortable working in an environment that values digital and AI-driven solutions, who see technology as an enabler rather than a challenge. At Victrex, we foster a culture of continuous learning, agility, and adaptability, where employees are encouraged to embrace new ways of working, leverage data-driven insights, and drive meaningful change.
As we continue to evolve, we need people who are not just contributors but change accelerators … individuals who champion innovation, and drive transformation with a growth mindset. Whether through digitalisation, process improvement, or human-centred leadership, our employees play a crucial role in shaping the future of our business.
Our leadership approach is built on empowerment, inclusion, and collaboration. We value people who lead with empathy and authenticity, fostering a workplace where diverse perspectives and ideas can thrive. We work hard to ensure that our teams are engaged, motivated, and equipped to navigate an ever-changing landscape.
Sustainability is core to our strategy. We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint while supporting society through our sustainable products and making a positive impact on our local communities.
We are proud to be recognised as a ‘Disability Confident’ employer and to be voted as one of the best places to work by ‘The Sunday Times’ not just once, but for two years in succession! A testament to our people-first culture, where innovation and adaptability thrive in a digital-first, AI-driven workplace; we are proud to have once again retained this very prestigious award!
As well as being recognised as one of the ‘Most Admired Companies in the Chemical Sector’ by The London Stock Exchange: Recognition of our commitment to excellence, transformation, and data-driven insights, empowering every team member to embrace change and drive success.
We’re also delighted to be acknowledged as a top performer in the FTSE Women Leaders Review for Women in Leadership and Women on Boards! Victrex has been ranked joint 4th among UK-listed FTSE 250 companies, standing alongside much larger peers.
Our aim is to provide the support of accessibility and community within Victrex for everyone. So, if you need any help, advice or just want a confidential chat regarding any Diversity, Equity or Inclusion matters even before you apply to Victrex, then here is what you need to know:
The enabling support that Victrex prides itself on giving, starts from when anyone applies or wants to apply to join our team.
We are always here to help provide any ‘reasonable adjustments’ you may need during your application process. So please contact us to discuss your specific requirements in more depth.
We even have a dedicated email that anyone can use to reach out for help, advice, and a confidential chat......whatever you need to know, and to help ensure an equitable solution, that’s right for you, right from the start!
That email is: [email protected]
Victrex values diversity and encourages applications from all
sections of the community.
