Health and Safety Coordinator (Manufacturing)

Health and Safety Coordinator (Manufacturing)

Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.

£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

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