Health & Safety Co-Ordinator

Baker Recruitment Group Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the health and safety sector is seeking a dedicated Health and Safety Manager to oversee compliance and improve practices across various sites. The role involves conducting audits, managing incident reports, and providing training initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH qualification, along with strong organizational and communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on workplace safety and health standards.

Qualifications

• Mandatory NEBOSH or IOSH qualification for higher risk activities.
• Experience managing health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular reviews of Health, Safety & Welfare practices.
• Manage accident reports and notify HSE under RIDDOR regulations.
• Lead internal audits of site H&S practices.

Skills

Incident investigation skills

Time management

Organization

Attention to detail

Knowledge of COSHH

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

IOSH qualification in Occupational Health & Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

• Internal Compliance Review: Conduct regular reviews of Health, Safety & Welfare practices across all sites.
• Incident & Near Miss Analysis: Review all near misses and accident reports.
• Accident Reporting & RIDDOR Compliance: Manage accident reports and notify the HSE under RIDDOR regulations.
• Safe Systems of Work: Provide guidance on implementation and maintenance of Safe Systems of Work.
• Internal Audits: Lead internal audits of site H&S practices.
• Occupational Health Monitoring: Collaborate with HR to coordinate and support occupational health monitoring across all sites and communicate findings to senior stakeholders.
• RAMS Oversight: Conduct initial reviews of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) submitted by site teams, provide feedback, and manage compliance.
• Annual H&S Improvements: Advise on annual health and safety improvements, review current systems, assess, and assist in implementing updated practices.
• H&S Communications: Compile and distribute a monthly health and safety newsletter.
• Quarterly Meetings: Present key safety findings and updates.
• Lifting Equipment Compliance: Ensure accurate records of lifting equipment and accessory certifications.
• High-Risk Activity Management: Liaise with site teams to identify and manage special risks.
• Training Initiatives: Manage essential safety training programs.
• Design Process Involvement: Provide health and safety guidance during the design phase of projects.
• Executive H&S Support: Act as a direct advisor to the MD on unresolved health and safety matters at the site level.
• Site Safety Communication: Ensure site managers are briefed and competent to implement required safety arrangements.
• Equipment Responsibility: Take full ownership of workplace equipment, tools, and property.
• Policy Compliance: Adhere to company policies and procedures at all times.
• Additional Duties: Be flexible to perform other duties as assigned by the management team when required.

Qualifications & Skills

• NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH qualification in Occupational Health & Safety (mandatory for higher risk activities)
• Experience managing health and safety
• Incident investigation skills
• Excellent time management, organization, attention to detail, and proactive participation in meetings
• Knowledge of COSHH
• IOSH Management in H&S
• Fire Safety Training
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite