Health & Safety Coordinator

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction and maintenance contractor in Buckinghamshire is seeking a Health & Safety Coordinator to support policy development and compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in a relevant role, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. This permanent position offers £30,000 - £40,000 per year, structured training, and clear career progression paths.

Benefits

Pool car available for site visits

Annual company bonus scheme

20 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Company pension

Structured training

Qualifications

• Experience ideally within construction or maintenance.
• Excellent attention to detail is necessary.
• Willingness to develop and progress in Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of H&S policies.
• Compile and maintain H&S documentation.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections and audits.

Skills

Experience in a Health & Safety role

Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations

Strong organisational skills

Clear communicator

Proactive approach

Education

IOSH or NEBOSH certification

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Health & Safety Coordinator / Lead to join a growing construction and maintenance contractor based in Buckinghamshire. This is an ideal role for someone at early to mid-level in their Health & Safety career, offering strong progression, structured training, and the chance to build a long-term future within a supportive team.

Job Overview

• Support the development, implementation, and review of Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Compile and maintain H&S documentation including Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Construction Phase Plans, COSHH assessments, and Safety Plans
• Ensure site and office records, training documentation, and certification logs are kept fully updated
• Assist with securing safety accreditations and completing client pre-qualification questionnaires
• Deliver toolbox talks, internal training sessions, and ensure new starters have the required H&S induction and certifications
• Conduct regular workplace inspections and audits across sites and facilities
• Investigate incidents and accidents, prepare reports, and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate annual health surveillance and liaise with occupational health where required
• Monitor compliance with legislation, regulations, and internal safety procedures
• Work closely with operational teams, the Yard Manager, external bodies, and senior leadership

Job Requirements

• Experience in a Health & Safety role, ideally within construction, maintenance, or a similar environment
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and best practice
• IOSH or NEBOSH certification desirable
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Clear communicator with the ability to engage and influence teams
• Proactive approach with willingness to develop and progress

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum (DOE)
• Pool car available to use for site visits
• Annual company bonus scheme (discretionary)
• 20 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidaysHoliday buying scheme
• Company pension
• Structured training and ongoing professional development
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• Stable, full-time permanent position (40 hours per week)

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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