Health and Safety Coordinator

Sodexo; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global services company is seeking a Health and Safety Coordinator to provide HSE support at a London site. This role includes monitoring training, ensuring compliance with safety procedures, and supporting operational teams. Qualified candidates should show progress towards Level 3 Health & Safety qualifications and possess strong communication and analytical skills. The position offers numerous employee benefits and opportunities for development, promoting a proactive health and safety culture.

Benefits

Unlimited access to wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Pension Plan membership

Learning and development tools

Bike to Work Scheme

Enhanced benefits and leave policies

Qualifications

• Demonstrate ongoing progress toward Level 3 Health & Safety and Food Safety qualifications.
• Strong desire to learn UK health and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication skills to engage employees.

Responsibilities

• Monitor site HSE training completion and escalate concerns.
• Support operational teams in HSE procedures.
• Ensure incidents are reported and investigated properly.
• Promote effective safety walks and share findings.
• Assist in preparation for client and external audits.

Skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in safety management systems

Education

Progress towards Level 3 Health & Safety and Food Safety qualifications

Job description

Overview

The Health and Safety Coordinator provides health, safety and environmental (HSE) support to Sodexo Operational teams at a London headquarters site, working with a global pharmaceutical client. The Health and Safety Coordinator will work closely with Sodexo Operational teams, site vendors, and the client to ensure risks are effectively managed, training is completed, and inspection, incident investigation, and proactive reporting programs are embedded and effective. The role operates under the guidance of the UK & Ireland HSE Manager and works collaboratively with site operational teams to build strong safety communities and provide appropriate HSE advice aligned with their development stage.

Responsibilities

• Monitor site HSE training completion and escalate any concerns where required.
• Develop and support a strong HSE Community on site, including Sodexo, the client, and other parties operating on site.
• Support operational teams in following Sodexo and client HSE procedures.
• Ensure incidents are correctly reported and appropriately investigated in line with Sodexo and client standards.
• Support site teams in developing and delivering the HSE elements of site operational plans.
• Review incident records to ensure compliance with Sodexo and client reporting requirements.
• Oversee the Level 1 management monitoring programme within Sodexo's Site Management System (SMS), ensuring inspections are completed by appropriate personnel, on time, and that actions are closed within agreed deadlines.
• Promote and support effective safety walks, including joining department managers, clients, and third parties, and sharing findings across the site.
• Work with operational teams to build and maintain a library of safety moments and quick‑share communications.
• Respond to health and safety queries from operational teams directly or by seeking guidance from the UK & Ireland HSE Manager.
• Support the UK & Ireland HSE Manager in identifying opportunities to automate or simplify HSE systems.
• Actively support the development of a zero‑harm mindset across site teams.
• Work with the UK & Ireland HSE Manager to identify emerging risks and support improvement plans as directed.
• Assist in preparation for client and external audits as required.
• Ensure site safety performance is visible to relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate ongoing progress towards Level 3 Health & Safety and Food Safety qualifications.
• Strong desire to learn and develop knowledge of UK health and safety regulations and industry standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence employees at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills to assess risks, investigate incidents, and propose effective solutions.
• Proficiency in using safety management systems and digital tools.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage time effectively.
• Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

Benefits

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
• Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big‑brand retailers
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
• Sodexo UK and Ireland's enhanced benefits and leave policies

Ready to be part of something greater? Join a team that values you for being you.

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