Health And Safety Coordinator

Our client is seeking a Health and Safety Coordinator on a Hybrid basis.

Our office location is Littlehampton and the position will be reporting to the Managing Director.

This newly created role offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to our mission of delivering safe, innovative products to the healthcare industry.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working available
• Comprehensive benefits package (e.g., pension, health cash plan)
• Opportunities for professional development and further training

Company Overview:

Our company is a leading UK-based contract manufacturer specialising in high-quality medical devices. Our manufacturing facility is based in Littlehampton West Sussex, and consists of Injection moulding, cleanroom assembly and warehouse operations.

Job Summary:

• The Health and Safety Coordinator will be responsible for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our health, safety, and fire safety policies, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees.
• The role will involve regular risk assessments, safety audits, training programs, and incident investigations, and to align our processes with UK regulations and industry standards.
• The successful candidate will also be responsible for overseeing fire safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Health, Safety, and Fire Safety Strategy and Compliance:

• Develop / Update, and review H&S and fire safety policies and procedures in compliance with UK regulations (e.g., Health and Safety at Work Act, Fire Safety, COSHH, and PUWER).
• Work towards the implementation and eventual certification to ISO45001
• Conduct regular safety and fire safety audits, risk assessments, and site inspections to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement preventive measures.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments, including fire risk assessments, to proactively identify hazards and fire risks across the site.
• Investigate all accidents, near misses, fire incidents, and identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain accurate records of H&S and fire safety data, incidents, and corrective actions, reporting findings to senior management and relevant authorities as required

Training and Development

• Develop and deliver training programs for all employees on health and safety, and fire safety, including site-specific training, induction programs, emergency evacuation procedures, and regular refresher courses.
• Promote safety awareness and a culture of continuous improvement through employee engagement initiatives.

Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness:

Oversee the development and implementation of our fire safety plans, ensuring that fire safety equipment is regularly maintained, fire drills are conducted, and evacuation procedures are up-to-date and effective.

Ensure all fire wardens and marshals are trained and prepared to act in the event of an emergency.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education: Qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Fire Safety Management, or a related field, and or NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety and Fire Safety (or equivalent); IOSH Chartered Member status is preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of health, safety, and fire safety management experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally within the medical device or healthcare sector.

Strong knowledge of UK health and safety and fire safety legislation, standards, and best practices relevant to manufacturing environments.

Key Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage employees at all levels.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for risk assessments, incident investigation, and fire safety planning.

Proficiency in MS Office and H&S management software.

Leadership and influencing skills, with a proactive approach to fostering a positive safety culture that includes fire safety awareness.