Health and Safety Coordinator (Manufacturing)

Health and Safety Coordinator (Manufacturing)

£30,000 - £32,000 + Fantastic Contractual Benefits & Bonuses

Bridgend

Monday to Friday Full Time

Permanent

We are absolutely thrilled to be working alongside our Award-Winning Construction Manufacturing client as we look to recruit a Health & Safety Coordinator to support the H&S Manager with all on-site H&S responsibilities, reports and all administration. This role will give you exposure to H&S not only locally but to work with international sites also; supporting and sharing best practises.

Our client is a huge investor in their people, not only will this role offer you a new challenge with them as a market-leader in what they manufacture but you will continually receive opportunity to progress, develop and obtain role-relevant qualifications.

Your New Role

As our new Health and Safety (H&S) Coordinator you will be responsible for supporting the H&S Manager in maintaining a safe and compliant working environment for our manufacturing business. You will assist in developing and implementing safety policies, conducting risk assessments, delivering training programs, investigating incidents and promoting a strong safety culture.

• You will play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of all employees and the effective management of health and safety practices within the organisation.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist the H&S Manager in developing and implementing health and safety policies, procedures and guidelines tailored to the manufacturing industry

• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments of the manufacturing facility to identify hazards and unsafe practices and collaborate with relevant departments to implement corrective actions

• Organise and deliver safety training programs to employees, ensuring they are well-informed about safety protocols, emergency procedures, and the proper use of equipment

• Investigate workplace accidents, near-miss incidents and injuries to determine root causes and recommend preventive measures to mitigate future risks

• Support the management of safety-related documentation, including maintaining records of injuries, illnesses, safety inspections, and training

• Assist in the development and testing of emergency response plans, ensuring employees are familiar with procedures for handling emergencies effectively

• Collaborate with supervisors and employees to promote a strong safety culture, encouraging proactive reporting of safety concerns and providing guidance on safe work practices

• Monitor and maintain safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, emergency alarms, and first aid kits, ensuring they are functional and accessible at all times

• Stay up-to-date with local, state, and federal health and safety regulations relevant to the manufacturing industry and ensure the company's compliance

Qualifications & Technical Skills

You will have a combination of technical qualifications and relevant experience. Preferably, you will have:

• A bachelor's degree or certification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Engineering, Safety Management or a related field is often preferred

• Experience (at least 2-3 years) in H&S within the manufacturing industry

• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and standards applicable to the manufacturing industry

• Experience in conducting risk assessments, safety inspections and incident investigations

• Proficiency in developing and implementing safety policies, procedures, and training programs

• Familiarity with emergency response planning and implementation

• Ability to interpret and analyse safety-related data and make informed recommendations for improvement

• Understanding of hazardous materials management, including handling, storage and disposal

• Familiarity with safety equipment and its maintenance requirements

• Excellent computer skills, including the use of safety management software and Microsoft Office applications

Contractual Benefits

Monday to Friday (Office Hours)

4% pension contribution subject to the employee meeting their thresholds (5%)

24 days annual leave plus 1 when 2 years service is achieved

Death in Services X2 salary

Free EV charging at our sites

Cycle to Work scheme

EAP mental health support

To Apply

Please click on the link to Apply - ensuring all your contact details and CV are thoroughly up to date.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Kelly

Kelly Newell

Manufacturing Perms Manager

Avid Personnel