Health and Safety Coordinator

Health & Safety Coordinator – Part-time

Location: Frankley, Birmingham

Department: SHEQ

Hours: 24 hours per week, part-time

Reports to: Head of Operations

We are looking for a proactive and organised Health & Safety Coordinator to take the internal lead on health and safety matters across our business. Working with the Head of Operations, SHEQ Manager and external Health & Safety Consultants, you will help ensure workplace safety, regulatory compliance and a positive safety culture, with a focus on supporting our zero-harm approach.

What you'll be doing

• Conducting and reviewing risk assessments, identifying hazards and putting effective control measures in place.

• Delivering health and safety inductions, toolbox talks and in-house training for employees, new starters and contractors.

• Managing contractor safety requirements, including RAMS reviews and permit-to-work processes.

• Maintaining COSHH assessments, SDS compliance and hazardous substance records.

• Recording and investigating accidents, incidents, near misses and safety concerns, including RIDDOR-related requirements where applicable.

• Maintaining health and safety records, compliance registers, KPI reporting and audit evidence.

• Supporting monitoring, health surveillance, PPE management and emergency response equipment checks.

• Working with colleagues, contractors and visitors to promote continuous improvement and a proactive safety culture.

About you

You will be an influential, organised and hands-on health and safety professional who is confident working with stakeholders at all levels. You will be comfortable balancing compliance, administration, incident follow-up and practical site support in a manufacturing environment.

Essential requirements

• NEBOSH qualification.

• At least 3 years' experience in a manufacturing health and safety role.

• Familiarity with primary UK workplace health and safety legislation.

• Awareness of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

• Intermediate MS Office and SharePoint skills.

• Strong organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.

• A positive, professional and proactive approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Desirable experience

• IOSH qualification.

• Experience in a chemical, FMCG or chemical manufacturing environment.

• Experience working with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

• Proficient or advanced MS Office and SharePoint skills.

Benefits

• 33 days' holiday, pro rata.

• Death in service benefit.

• Pension scheme.

• Income protection.

• Health Shield cash plan.

How to apply

If you are a practical, proactive health and safety professional who enjoys working closely with operational teams, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a short covering note outlining your relevant experience.