HR and Health & Safety Coordinator

Dasrite Clothing; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established local employer in Ferndown is seeking an HR & Health & Safety Coordinator. This diverse role involves supporting the employee lifecycle and ensuring workplace safety. Ideal for candidates with a strong background in either HR or Health & Safety, you will receive training to develop in the other area. A proactive attitude and strong communication skills are essential. This role offers a supportive team environment with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience in either HR or Health & Safety with a willingness to learn the other.
• Full UK driving licence for occasional site travel.
• Proactive attitude and confidence working with people at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Support the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, leavers, contracts.
• Maintain HR systems and ensure GDPR compliance.
• Monitor and log incidents and near misses; support investigations.

Skills

Strong administrative and organisational skills

High attention to detail

Good communication skills

Tools

MS Office

HRIS or H&S systems

Job description

Were working exclusively with a well-established local employer to recruit aHR & Health & Safety Coordinator a diverse role supporting both employee experience and workplace safety.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone witha strong background in either HR or Health & Safety. The successful candidate will receive training and support to develop in the other area, making it an excellent role for someone looking tobroaden their skill setin a supportive environment.

HR Responsibilities

• Support the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, leavers, contracts, changes
• Maintain HR systems and records, ensuring GDPR compliance
• Assist with recruitment, interviews, and onboarding paperwork
• Coordinate employee training and wellbeing initiatives
• Support formal meetings, take minutes, and draft employee communications
  
  

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Maintain risk assessments, audits, and H&S documentation
• Coordinate safety training, toolbox talks, and inductions
• Monitor and log incidents and near misses; support investigations
• Work with consultants to ensure compliance and safe practices
• Keep accurate records for employees and subcontractors
  
  

As you grow into the role, youll gain experience across both areas, becoming a key support to the HR Manager in ensuring compliant, efficient, and people-focused practices throughout the business.

What Were Looking For

• Experience in either HR or Health & Safety
• Willingness and capability to learn the other discipline
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• High attention to detail and a proactive attitude
• Good communication skills and confidence working with people at all levels
• Familiarity with MS Office; experience with HRIS or H&S systems is a bonus
• Full UK driving licence (occasional travel between sites)
  
  

This Role Is Ideal For Someone Who

• Wants to build a well-rounded career in HR and Health & Safety
• Brings solid foundations in one area and is eager to learn the other
• Enjoys variety, responsibility, and being part of a supportive, collaborative team
• Is looking for a long-term opportunity with career development
  
  

Ready to step into a dual-discipline role?

This is a rare opportunity to gain hands-on experience across both HR and H&S functions with structured support and real potential for progression.

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