Full job descriptionJob Title: HR & Safety Coordinator
Location: Bridgwater, UK
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000
Working Pattern: Primarily site-based with Friday working from home 37.5 hours per week (flexible start / finish times)
The HR & Safety Coordinator will play a key role in supporting both HR and Health & Safety functions within a dynamic, small business environment.
This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation and Health & Safety regulations, while supporting day-to-day administration, ongoing projects, and continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
HR Administration
*Provide general HR administrative support, including drafting letters, maintaining employee records, and filing documentation
*Manage attendance tracking, annual leave, sickness absence reporting, and SSP administration
*Coordinate return-to-work meetings and absence reviews
*Support occupational health referrals and medical surveillance processes
*Maintain employee records and documentation in line with GDPR requirements
*Attend disciplinary, grievance, and formal meetings, taking accurate minutes
*Maintain the training matrix and coordinate internal and external training
*Support recruitment activities for both hourly and salaried roles
*Coordinate onboarding and induction, including Right to Work checks
*Assist with probation reviews and employee documentation
*Provide payroll with relevant employee updates and data
*Support employee engagement initiatives, including surveys and events
*Ensure confidentiality of all employee information
Health & Safety Support
*Log and track incidents, near misses, and accident investigations, including RIDDOR reporting
*Maintain PPE records and ensure inspection and replacement schedules are met
*Support the development and communication of Health & Safety policies and procedures
*Maintain documentation including risk assessments, COSHH, and safe systems of work
*Coordinate Health & Safety Committee meetings
*Support workplace inspections, DSE assessments, and audits
*Coordinate mandatory Health & Safety training and maintain records
*Support fire safety compliance and inspections
*Assist with internal and external audits (e.g., ISO/BRC compliance)
*Track corrective actions through to completion
*Promote a positive and proactive safety culture
Ensure compliance with key UK legislation including:
*Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
*RIDDOR
*COSHH
*PUWER & LOLER
*Manual Handling Regulations
*Fire Safety Regulations
Skills & Experience
*Experience in HR administration and Health & Safety coordination
*Understanding of UK employment law and H&S regulations
*Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or operational environments (desirable)
*Excellent organisational and time management skills
*High attention to detail and accuracy
*Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
*Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
*Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality
*Flexible, proactive approach suited to a small business environment
Qualifications (desirable):
*NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH qualification
*CIPD qualification or willingness to work towards
Why Apply
*Opportunity to work in a varied, hands-on HR and Health & Safety role
*Exposure across multiple areas within a growing business
*Supportive team environment
*Ongoing professional development opportunities
*Flexible working with Friday home working