Health & Safety Coordinator Unspecified Westhoughton | Health & Safety Posted 3 weeks ago | Ref: OL1606906WesHSC

We have an exciting opportunity for a Health & Safety Coordinator to join our Health & Safety team on a fixed-term contract until December 2027, with an immediate start available.

This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm.

As Health & Safety Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting the Health & Safety function through a combination of administrative and site-based activities. Working closely with the Health & Safety team and operational departments, you will help ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and promote a positive safety culture across the site.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative and operational support to the Health & Safety team.
  • Monitor site Health & Safety performance and assist with the preparation of weekly and monthly reports.
  • Manage, review and communicate Site Action Plans.
  • Review and distribute weekly near-miss and hazard tracker reports.
  • Support departments with accident and near-miss investigations, ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and records are maintained.
  • Complete absence and lost-time reporting requirements.
  • Design and produce Health & Safety communications, including posters and noticeboard updates.
  • Review and maintain First Aider requirements across the site.
  • Assist with the coordination and administration of Health & Safety inspections and audits.
  • Support the planning and administration of Fire Evacuation Tests.
  • Assist with the completion and review of Risk Assessments, PUWER Assessments and COSHH Assessments.
  • Provide Health & Safety support for projects, new buildings and machinery installations.
  • Raise purchase orders and coordinate the procurement of Health & Safety equipment and supplies.
  • Support the delivery of Health & Safety strategic initiatives and improvement projects.
  • Assist with the organisation and administration of monthly Health & Safety meetings.
  • Support the implementation and ongoing development of company Health & Safety policies and procedures.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of Health & Safety systems and processes.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Previous experience within a Health & Safety role.
  • Strong administrative and organisational skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels of the business.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

A NEBOSH General Certificate, or currently working towards one, would be advantageous.

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