Health, Safety and Compliance Coordinator

Universal Publishers; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Health, Safety, Environmental, Sustainability and Compliance Coordinator to enhance their commitment to health and safety, environmental sustainability, and compliance. The role involves supporting ISO certifications, promoting environmentally friendly practices, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Free on-site parking

Health cash plan

Death in service insurance

Employee wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of ISO management systems and document control.
• Deep understanding of sustainability practices.
• Experience with chain of custody and regulations for fabric and wood materials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support health and safety policy implementation.
• Maintain compliance with statutory requirements.
• Assist with external audits for sustainability targets.

Skills

Organizational skills

Report writing

IT proficiency

Sustainability practices

Education

Knowledge of ISO management systems

Experience in manufacturing

Job description

Dams is one of the UK's leading manufacturers and suppliers of office furniture, employing over 350 people from our sites in Knowsley.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Health, Safety, Environmental, Sustainability and Compliance Coordinator.

Job Overview

Reporting into the Health, Safety & Environmental Manager, you will support the company in fulfilling its responsibilities related to health, safety, environment, and CSR, including product sustainability and Net Zero goals. You will assist in maintaining ISO 45001 and 14001 certifications through effective processes, communication, and systems.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to develop experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment
• Supportive team culture
• 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays (rising with service)
• Free on-site parking
• Access to Dams employee hub with discounts
• Health cash plan (employer funded)
• Death in service insurance (employer funded)
• Employee 'Above and Beyond' awards
• Employee wellbeing services & onsite events

Key Responsibilities

• Support the departmental manager and ensure the company's health and safety policy is implemented
• Maintain compliance with statutory requirements such as RIDDOR, LOLER, PUWER, COSHH
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications
• Work with stakeholders to promote environmentally friendly practices
• Support systems for Environmental Product Declarations
• Assist with external audits for FSC, FISP, and Net Zero targets
• Help maintain Net Zero and sustainability KPIs
• Maintain a database of Scope 1, 2, and 3 CO2 emissions
• Support the sales team with sustainability information
• Gather evidence and suggest improvements for CSR reporting

Experience & Knowledge Required

• Working knowledge of ISO management systems and document control
• Experience in manufacturing preferred
• Deep understanding of sustainability practices
• Knowledge of social and environmental responsibilities in supply chains
• Experience with chain of custody, traceability, and regulations for fabric and wood materials (preferred)
• ISO 14001 implementation experience (preferred)
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize
• Strong report writing skills
• High-level IT proficiency

If you're passionate about safety and sustainability and want to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

The company reserves the right to interview suitable candidates prior to the closing date. Dams is only accepting direct applications; no agency contact is required at this time.