Health, Safety & Environmental Coordinator

Health, Safety & Environmental Coordinator
Leicester
Up to £30,000 DOE negotiable

Purpose of the role

The purpose of this HSE Co-ordinator role is to support multi-site operations by strengthening the organisation's safety culture, ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations, and driving continuous improvement across all EHS activities. The role focuses on promoting safe behaviours, managing risk, delivering training, conducting audits and investigations, and maintaining accurate reporting and plays a key part in advancing environmental sustainability through waste reduction, responsible resource management, and regulatory compliance.

This role would suit an already established HSE coordinator, but the company is also keen to internally develop the right candidate, either through an apprenticeship or external qualifications.

Scope of the role
This roles scope includes multiple operational sites, safety and environmental compliance, staff training, audits, incident investigations, and sustainability initiatives. The HSE Coordinator role is focused on health, safety and environmental performance.

Health, Safety & Environmental Coordinator Accountabilities

Health & Safety

- Assist in the development and implementation of EHS policies, procedures and continual improvement programmes.
- Work closely with Production and Logistics Teams to promote behavioural safety, implement risk improvements and enhance risk management.
- Develop and deliver EHS training programmes across operational areas.
- Oversee the site risk assessment programme, ensuring timely creation, review and maintenance of assessments.
- Support and develop a team of Safety Champions, chairing meetings and reinforcing safety standards across all areas.
- Issue personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintain accurate records.
- Conduct internal EHS audits (PPE, machine guarding, site inspections) and produce formal reports with actionable recommendations.
- Assist with accident and incident investigations across all sites, identifying root causes and supporting the implementation of corrective actions.
- Attend daily operational meetings to ensure strong communication regarding EHS matters.
- Maintain and analyse statistics relating to accidents, incidents, audits and training.
- Provide monthly departmental reports on EHS activities, performance, projects and progress.
- Carry out required system testing, including staff evacuation drills.
- Support the Group Health, Safety & Environment Manager in the ongoing enhancement of the occupational health and safety management system.

Environmental Responsibilities

- Lead and monitor compliance with ESOS (Energy Saving Opportunity Scheme) and ensure reporting deadlines are met.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and drive initiatives to minimise environmental impact.
- Identify opportunities for environmental improvement and recommend cost-effective solutions.
- Develop and implement waste reduction and recycling strategies.
- Oversee hazardous waste management, ensuring safe handling, storage and disposal.
- Maintain and track progress against the company's waste management plan.
- Develop and implement environmental emergency response plans.
- Promote environmental awareness and foster a culture of sustainability across the organisation.

Health, Safety & Environmental Coordinator Qualifications
- NEBOSH General Certificate (or working towards)
- IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management
- IEMA Associate Certificate in Environmental Management (or working towards)

Health, Safety & Environmental Coordinator Experience
- Experience in a manufacturing, logistics, or industrial environment is advantageous
- Experience in roles requiring communication and influencing skills across different levels

Health, Safety & Environmental Coordinator Knowledge
- Understanding of environmental management principles (from NEBOSH General Certificate and IEMA Foundation Certificate)
- Awareness of health, safety, and environmental practices
- Deeper knowledge of environmental management aligned with IEMA Associate Certificate (or higher)
- Familiarity with environmental management in manufacturing, logistics, or industrial contexts