Lead Safety Coordinator in Worksop

Location: Worksop | Hours: 40/week (Mon-Thu) | Department: Health & Safety

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A specialist manufacturing company in Worksop is seeking a Lead Safety Coordinator to join its UK Health & Safety team. This is a hands-on, visible role – bridging corporate H&S strategy with practical, day-to-day application on site and helping embed a strong, sustainable safety culture.

The Company

The organisation specialises in designing and manufacturing specialist mechanical equipment for heavy vehicles.
They\’re experiencing unprecedented growth across the UK and as such, are in the middle of a significant recruitment drive.
The Role

As Lead Safety Coordinator, you\’ll be the onsite H&S lead, working closely with site management and the wider team. Key responsibilities:

Act as a visible, approachable H&S presence on the shop floor
Support managers to apply H&S standards practically
Deliver workshops, training, and guidance
Support risk assessments, audits, and investigations
Monitor and improve safety processes
Contribute to ISO 45001 compliance and emergency readiness
£20.81/hour (circa £43k equivalent salary) + overtime
40 hours / week, working Monday to Thursday.
About You

We\’re looking for candidates from a manufacturing background with the right attitude and ability to influence people. You don\’t need perfect H&S knowledge – we\’ll support your development. xiskglj

Essential:

Manufacturing or industrial experience
Confident communicator at all levels
IT literate (reporting/spreadsheets)
Practical, solution-focused mindset
Strong organisation and attention to detail

Desirable:

H&S experience or exposure
IOSH/NEBOSH (or willingness to work towards)
Experience with audits or ISO standards
Training/workshop delivery experience

Why Join?

Hands-on H&S role with development and progression
Influence safety culture at site level
Supportive, collaborative team
Monday-Thursday working pattern
Work where safeguarding people truly comes first

Apply now if you\’re a manufacturing professional looking to step into H&S, or an H&S practitioner wanting a practical, people-focused role