Health & Safety Co-Ordinator

Wick, West Sussex
4 months ago
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Littlehampton, West Sussex (Hybrid Working Available)

Permanent - Part-Time (29.5 hours per week)

Salary - From £22,500 per annum (Pro Rata, DOE)

A leading UK-based manufacturer of high-quality medical devices is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Coordinator to join its team in Littlehampton, West Sussex.

This is a newly created role within a growing and forward-thinking organisation specialising in injection moulding, cleanroom assembly, and warehousing operations. The successful candidate will play a key part in developing and maintaining a strong health, safety, and fire safety culture across all areas of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, update, and implement Health, Safety, and Fire Safety policies and procedures in line with UK legislation (HSAW, COSHH, PUWER, Fire Safety Regulations, etc.)

Conduct regular site audits, risk assessments, and inspections to identify hazards and implement control measures

Lead investigations into accidents, near misses, and fire incidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions

Maintain accurate safety records and report key findings to management and relevant authorities

Oversee fire safety management, including risk assessments, evacuation procedures, and regular fire drills

Ensure fire safety systems and equipment are maintained and compliant

Develop and deliver engaging safety and fire safety training programmes for all staff, including inductions and refresher courses

Support the company's progress toward ISO 45001 certification and continuous improvement in health and safety performance

Promote a proactive safety culture across all departments, fostering awareness and accountability at all levels

Qualifications / Experience:

NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or Fire Safety (or equivalent) - required

Minimum of 3 years' experience managing health, safety, and fire safety within a manufacturing environment (medical or healthcare industry advantageous)

Strong understanding of UK H&S and fire safety legislation and best practices

Confident communicator with strong leadership and influencing skills

Experienced in conducting risk assessments and delivering safety training

Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with H&S management systems

Organised, analytical, and proactive, with excellent problem-solving ability

IOSH Chartered Membership - preferred but not essential

Hours:

Part-Time - 29.5 hours per week

Monday to Friday, Day Shift (No weekends)

Hybrid working available (office and remote flexibility)

Benefits:

Competitive salary (DOE)

Company pension scheme

Hybrid / work-from-home options

Free on-site parking and staff canteen

Regular company events

Comprehensive professional development and training opportunities

Supportive and collaborative working culture

For further details, please contact Kieren Provis on (phone number removed), or email (url removed)

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