Health & Safety Coordinator
| Posting date: | 10 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,972 to £38,672 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Excellent Benefits Package! |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 April 2026 |
| Location: | Rugby, Midlands, CV23 9LE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Meridian Business Support |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 59403263 |
Summary
We are recruiting for Health & Safety Coordinators to join a fast‑growing organisation within warehousing and logistics, dedicated to creating safer, smarter, and more sustainable workplaces. If you're passionate about Health & Safety, enjoy autonomy, and want a role where your work makes a real impact, this is the perfect opportunity. This is a full time 6 month fixed term contract based in their brand new warehouse in Rugby.
Salary: £35,972.31 (Days: 6am–6pm) / £38,672.31 (Nights: 6pm–6am)
Shifts: 4 on, 4 off – Days OR Nights – You can choose
Why You’ll Love Working With This Company
- 23 Days Annual Leave
- Free Onsite Parking & EV Charging
- 24‑Hour Hot Food Canteen
- Private Medical & Dental Insurance
- Pension Scheme
- Employee Life Assurance & Critical Illness Cover
- Childcare Vouchers
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Opportunity to travel across UK & Ireland
The Role: Health & Safety Coordinator
We are looking for proactive Health & Safety Coordinators to support this brand new operational site based in Rugby, ensuring a safe working environment across their Warehousing and Logistics operations. You’ll play a key part in maintaining their ISO certifications (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) and driving continuous improvement in safety culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Site Inspections: Plan and deliver full Health & Safety support to ensure compliance and duty of care.
- Incident & Accident Investigation: Work with Site Managers to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Regulatory Support: Attend HSE, Local Authority, and Fire Service visits; ensure non‑conformances are addressed promptly.
- Contractor Management: Provide H&S guidance at pre‑start meetings and ensure CDM regulations are correctly followed.
- Training Delivery: Create, deliver, and coordinate training aligned to the company H&S training matrix.
- Compliance & Reporting: Assist with monthly H&S reports and ensure site submits statutory returns on time.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- IOSH Managing Safely
- Health & Safety NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)
- Strong background in Warehousing and Logistics & Health & Safety
- Experience conducting internal audits
- Solid understanding of H&S legislation, safe working procedures, and risk management
- Proficient with Microsoft Office & Google Workspace ideally
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience with Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001)
- Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or NVQ Level 5
- Additional training such as:
- Manual Handling Train‑the‑Trainer
- Accident Investigation
- Fire Awareness
- Risk Assessment
- First Aid at Work
Who We’re Looking For
- A confident communicator able to present to stakeholders at all levels
- A team player who can also work autonomously
- Someone highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable reprioritising in fast‑paced environments
- A safety advocate driven by continuous improvement
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today.
If you're committed, motivated, and want to develop your career in Health & Safety within a leading logistics environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Click “Apply Now” and take the next step in your H&S career.
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.
Salary: £35,972.31 (Days: 6am–6pm) / £38,672.31 (Nights: 6pm–6am)
Shifts: 4 on, 4 off – Days OR Nights – You can choose
Why You’ll Love Working With This Company
- 23 Days Annual Leave
- Free Onsite Parking & EV Charging
- 24‑Hour Hot Food Canteen
- Private Medical & Dental Insurance
- Pension Scheme
- Employee Life Assurance & Critical Illness Cover
- Childcare Vouchers
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Opportunity to travel across UK & Ireland
The Role: Health & Safety Coordinator
We are looking for proactive Health & Safety Coordinators to support this brand new operational site based in Rugby, ensuring a safe working environment across their Warehousing and Logistics operations. You’ll play a key part in maintaining their ISO certifications (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) and driving continuous improvement in safety culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Site Inspections: Plan and deliver full Health & Safety support to ensure compliance and duty of care.
- Incident & Accident Investigation: Work with Site Managers to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Regulatory Support: Attend HSE, Local Authority, and Fire Service visits; ensure non‑conformances are addressed promptly.
- Contractor Management: Provide H&S guidance at pre‑start meetings and ensure CDM regulations are correctly followed.
- Training Delivery: Create, deliver, and coordinate training aligned to the company H&S training matrix.
- Compliance & Reporting: Assist with monthly H&S reports and ensure site submits statutory returns on time.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- IOSH Managing Safely
- Health & Safety NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)
- Strong background in Warehousing and Logistics & Health & Safety
- Experience conducting internal audits
- Solid understanding of H&S legislation, safe working procedures, and risk management
- Proficient with Microsoft Office & Google Workspace ideally
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience with Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001)
- Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or NVQ Level 5
- Additional training such as:
- Manual Handling Train‑the‑Trainer
- Accident Investigation
- Fire Awareness
- Risk Assessment
- First Aid at Work
Who We’re Looking For
- A confident communicator able to present to stakeholders at all levels
- A team player who can also work autonomously
- Someone highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable reprioritising in fast‑paced environments
- A safety advocate driven by continuous improvement
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today.
If you're committed, motivated, and want to develop your career in Health & Safety within a leading logistics environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Click “Apply Now” and take the next step in your H&S career.
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.
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