Health & Safety Coordinator

Cranleigh Recruitment

  • Oxfordshire
  • £35,000-45,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Health and Safety CoordinatorLocation: Oxford area (dual-site)Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + Excellent BenefitsJob Type: Full-time, PermanentAbout the CompanyThis is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious and technically driven organisation working at the forefront of engineering, materials science and advanced manufacturing. With a team of around 150 employees across multiple UK and international sites, the company delivers innovative solutions for high-performance sectors, including aerospace, electronics and industrial manufacturing.Their Oxfordshire sites house a unique combination of high-end experimental and production facilities, supporting rapid development of complex metal components through novel manufacturing processes and technology platforms.The business is committed to developing a proactive safety culture and is investing in the continued growth of its Health and Safety function.The RoleThe company is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Health and Safety Coordinator to support health and safety compliance and operations across its two Oxfordshire sites.Reporting to the H&S Manager, the successful candidate will work alongside the existing Health and Safety team and engage with employees across technical, laboratory and workshop environments. The role will combine day-to-day coordination, audits, training, and staff engagement, along with the development and improvement of safety processes and documentation.This is a site-based role requiring regular travel between two local facilities, so access to a vehicle and a full UK driving licence are essential.Key Responsibilities
  • Promote a positive Health & Safety culture throughout the organisation
  • Maintain and support high safety standards in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
  • Assist with risk assessments, and update relevant safety documentation and signage
  • Liaise with operations, engineering and technical staff to ensure safe working practices
  • Organise and track training activities for staff, both in-house and via external providers
  • Maintain records of PPE, safety-critical equipment, and maintenance logs
  • Support internal and external audits and monitor compliance with regulatory standards
  • Investigate accidents and near-misses in collaboration with the wider H&S team, and follow up with corrective actions
  • Identify opportunities for continual improvement in health and safety performance
Essential Criteria
  • NEBOSH or IOSH qualified
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage colleagues across departments
  • High attention to detail and well-developed organisational skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other basic IT systems
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for local travel
Desirable Criteria
  • Working knowledge of regulations, including COSHH, DSEAR, ATEX and REACH
  • Experience in risk assessments for machinery or hazardous substances
  • Familiarity with water safety, LEV systems, or pressurised equipment regulations
  • Experience in selecting and managing PPE stock and procurement

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