HR Administrator

Job Title: HR & Safety Coordinator

Location: Bridgwater, UKSalary: £30,000 – £35,000Working 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

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• Provide general HR administrative support, including drafting letters, maintaining employee records, and filing documentation
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• Manage attendance tracking, annual leave, sickness absence reporting, and SSP administration
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• Coordinate return-to-work meetings and absence reviews
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• Support occupational health referrals and medical surveillance processes
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• Maintain employee records and documentation in line with GDPR requirements
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• Attend disciplinary, grievance, and formal meetings, taking accurate minutes
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• Maintain the training matrix and coordinate internal and external training
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• Support recruitment activities for both hourly and salaried roles
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• Coordinate onboarding and induction, including Right to Work checks
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• Assist with probation reviews and employee documentation
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• Provide payroll with relevant employee updates and data
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• Support employee engagement initiatives, including surveys and events
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• Ensure confidentiality of all employee information
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Health & Safety Support

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• Log and track incidents, near misses, and accident investigations, including RIDDOR reporting
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• Maintain PPE records and ensure inspection and replacement schedules are met
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• Support the development and communication of Health & Safety policies and procedures
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• Maintain documentation including risk assessments, COSHH, and safe systems of work
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• Coordinate Health & Safety Committee meetings
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• Support workplace inspections, DSE assessments, and audits
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• Coordinate mandatory Health & Safety training and maintain records
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• Support fire safety compliance and inspections
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• Assist with internal and external audits (e.g., ISO/BRC compliance)
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• Track corrective actions through to completion
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• Promote a positive and proactive safety culture
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Ensure compliance with key UK legislation including:

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• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
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• RIDDOR
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• COSHH
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• PUWER & LOLER
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• Manual Handling Regulations
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• Fire Safety Regulations
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Skills & Experience

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• Experience in HR administration and Health & Safety coordination
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• Understanding of UK employment law and H&S regulations
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• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or operational environments (desirable)
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• Excellent organisational and time management skills
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• High attention to detail and accuracy
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• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
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• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality
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• Flexible, proactive approach suited to a small business environment
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Qualifications (desirable):

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• NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH qualification
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• CIPD qualification or willingness to work towards
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Why Apply

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• Opportunity to work in a varied, hands-on HR and Health & Safety role
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• Exposure across multiple areas within a growing business
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• Supportive team environment
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• Ongoing professional development opportunities
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• Flexible working with Friday home working
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