HSE

About the Role

An established UK-based manufacturing organisation is seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Health and Safety Coordinator to lead its health, safety, and fire safety initiatives. This newly created position offers the opportunity to shape and embed a robust safety culture across a diverse operational site that includes injection moulding, cleanroom assembly, and warehousing.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone passionate about creating safe working environments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement in health and safety practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and update health, safety, and fire safety policies in line with UK legislation (e.g., Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, PUWER, Fire Safety Order).
• Lead efforts towards achieving ISO45001 certification.
• Ensure compliance through regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments.

• Conduct comprehensive risk and fire risk assessments across all operational areas.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and fire-related events; identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, audits, and safety performance metrics.

• Design and deliver engaging training programs, including inductions, emergency procedures, and refresher courses.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness and accountability through employee engagement and communication.

• Oversee fire safety planning, equipment maintenance, and evacuation procedures.
• Ensure fire wardens and marshals are trained and prepared for emergency situations.
• Coordinate regular fire drills and emergency response reviews.

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Fire Safety Management, Environmental Science, or similar.
• NEBOSH National Diploma or equivalent; IOSH Chartered Member status is desirable.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a health and safety role within a manufacturing environment, ideally in healthcare or medical devices.
• Strong working knowledge of UK health and fire safety legislation and best practices.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organisation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and health & safety management systems.
• Ability to lead, influence, and foster a positive safety culture.

Benefits

• Hybrid working options
• Comprehensive benefits package (including pension and health cash plan)
• Opportunities for professional development and further training