Position: Health & Safety Coordinator / Lead
Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum (DOE)
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Health & Safety Coordinator / Lead to join a growing construction and maintenance contractor based in Buckinghamshire. This is an ideal role for someone at early to mid-level in their Health & Safety career, offering strong progression, structured training, and the chance to build a long-term future within a supportive team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting a safe working environment across office, yard, and site activities, ensuring compliance with legislation, and supporting the business in maintaining robust health and safety standards.
Health & Safety Coordinator / Lead - Job Overview
Support the development, implementation, and review of Health & Safety policies and procedures
Compile and maintain H&S documentation including Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Construction Phase Plans, COSHH assessments, and Safety Plans
Ensure site and office records, training documentation, and certification logs are kept fully updated
Assist with securing safety accreditations and completing client pre-qualification questionnaires
Deliver toolbox talks, internal training sessions, and ensure new starters have the required H&S induction and certifications
Conduct regular workplace inspections and audits across sites and facilities
Investigate incidents and accidents, prepare reports, and implement corrective actions
Coordinate annual health surveillance and liaise with occupational health where required
Monitor compliance with legislation, regulations, and internal safety procedures
Work closely with operational teams, the Yard Manager, external bodies, and senior leadership
Health & Safety Coordinator / Lead - Job Requirements
Experience in a Health & Safety role, ideally within construction, maintenance, or a similar environment
Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and best practice
IOSH or NEBOSH certification desirable
Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
Clear communicator with the ability to engage and influence teams
Proactive approach with willingness to develop and progress
Health & Safety Coordinator / Lead - Salary & Benefits
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum (DOE)
Pool car available to use for site visits
Annual company bonus scheme (discretionary)
20 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
Holiday buying scheme
Company pension
Structured training and ongoing professional development
Clear opportunities for career progression
Stable, full-time permanent position (40 hours per week)Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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