Company: FastPaced Manufacturing Company
Vacancy: HSE Coordinator
Salary: £35,000 per annum + Benefits
Location: Lancaster
We are seeking a proactive and positive HSE Coordinator to support the regional HSE Manager with day-to-day site activities. This is a hands-on, boots-on-the-ground position where you will engage with the workforce and influence change. Working closely with different departments and the newly appointed senior leadership team, you will help evolve their safety culture to a more proactive state. You will gain exposure to exciting site projects and share best practices across the wider group.
This opportunity is suitable for a confident safety professional who can work independently with guidance and is looking to grow, develop, and mature with the business. The position will be well-supported and coached by the HSE Manager and Head of HSE, as well as the wider team.
Vacancy Overview:
* Assist in developing and updating health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
* Collaborate with departments to integrate health and safety requirements into daily operations.
* Conduct regular workplace inspections to identify potential hazards and risks.
* Analyze and assess risks associated with various tasks, equipment, and work processes.
* Provide recommendations to mitigate identified risks and implement control measures.
* Organize and deliver health and safety training sessions for employees, contractors, and visitors, including inductions for new starters.
* Develop informative materials and resources to enhance safety awareness and understanding.
* Facilitate the reporting of incidents, accidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions.
* Lead or assist in investigations to determine the root causes of incidents and develop corrective actions.
* Maintain accurate records of incidents and provide insights to prevent future occurrences.
* Monitor compliance with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations, codes, and standards.
* Conduct internal audits and inspections to assess adherence to policies and procedures.
* Collaborate with external agencies during regulatory inspections and maintain required documentation.
* Coordinate and conduct emergency drills to ensure employees are familiar with proper procedures.
* Maintain emergency equipment, supplies, and communication systems.
* Compile and analyze health and safety data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities for proactive measures.
* Generate regular reports and metrics for management review and decision-making.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement health and safety improvement initiatives.
* Participate in safety committees and engage with employees to gather feedback and suggestions.
Ideal Background, Experience, and Qualifications:
* NEBOSH General Certificate in Health and Safety – Essential
* NEBOSH Environmental or IOSH – Desirable
* Experience in manufacturing or logistics, preferably from food, beverage, bakery, agriculture, paper, or packaging manufacturing backgrounds.
Ideal Personality Requirements:
* Positive and energetic approach
* Hands-on, confident professional who is willing to roll up their sleeves and get involved
* Proactive, supportive, and engaging
* Problem solver with good communication skills across all levels, from factory floor to senior leadership
* Motivated to learn and grow with the company
If you are interested, apply now for immediate consideration: sophia.darwin@hserecruitment.co.uk or call 01214 545000.
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