HSQE Coordinator

Morris & Spottiswood Ltd; Rutherglen; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction services provider in the UK is seeking an HSQE Coordinator to support its HSQE function. This full-time role, based in either Whitstable or Glasgow, involves site inspections, audits, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal for candidates eager to develop a career in health, safety, quality, and environmental management, this position offers structured training, mentorship, and opportunities for industry qualifications like NEBOSH. Join a company that values inclusivity and career growth.

Benefits

Structured training and mentoring

Support towards industry qualifications

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in HSQE with a desire to learn and develop.
• Ability to build effective working relationships.
• Willingness to work towards NEBOSH qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support HSQE Business Partners with site inspections and audits.
• Coordinate HSQE audit schedules and key documentation.
• Assist with HSQE performance reporting and statistics.
• Attend site visits to promote a positive HSQE culture.

Skills

Interest in HSQE

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent Level 3)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

HSQE Coordinator

Location: Whitstable or Glasgow

Reporting to: HSQE Director

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Morris & Spottiswood Group are one of the UK’s leading providers of fit-out, refurbishment, M&E, facilities management and construction services. Proudly family-owned, we maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental performance across all our projects.

Our values Aim High, Act Responsibly, Value People guide how we work and underpin our commitment to safe, sustainable and high-quality delivery.

The Role

We are seeking an HSQE Coordinator to support the HSQE function across the Group. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental management within the construction industry.

Working closely with the HSQE Director and HSQE Business Partners, you will gain hands‑on experience across live construction environments, supported by structured development, mentoring and exposure to a wide range of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support HSQE Business Partners with site inspections, audits, compliance checks, incident investigations and data analysis
• Coordinate HSQE audit and inspection schedules, reporting cycles, trackers and key documentation
• Assist with HSQE performance reporting, statistics, PQQ responses and tender support
• Support ISO management systems, internal audits, continual assessment and recertification activities
• Assist with HSQE communications, toolbox talks, training coordination, site inductions and awareness campaigns
• Maintain accurate HSQE records, manage the shared inbox and provide administrative and reporting support
• Attend site visits to gain exposure to live construction environments and promote a positive HSQE culture

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Genuine interest in HSQE with a strong desire to learn and develop
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills
• Able to build effective working relationships across operational and support teams
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with QA systems, compliance processes and civil claims or insurance processes is desirable
• Willingness to work towards NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent Level 3) and ISO 45001 Internal Auditor
• Full UK driving licence (site travel required)

Development & Progression

• Structured on‑job training and mentoring from experienced HSQE professionals
• Support towards industry‑recognised qualifications including NEBOSH, IOSH and environmental training
• Exposure to a broad range of construction projects and operational environments
• Clear development milestones with opportunities to progress within the HSQE function

Valuing People at Morris & Spottiswood

Morris & Spottiswood is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

One of our core values is to 'Value People'. We are passionate about investing in people and genuinely take care about what we do and how we do it. This ensures that the working environment, staff, suppliers and the communities we serve always remain at the front-of-mind.

Put simply, a diverse and inclusive workforce opens our business up to a much wider talent pool and greater innovation and creativity through teams with different experiences, backgrounds and education.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful team.