Health & Safety Coordinator

Health and Safety Coordinator Location: Oxford area (dual-site) Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 + Excellent Benefits Job Type: Full-time, Permanent About the Company This 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 Role The 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