Health, Safety, Environment & Compliance (HSEC) Coordinator
Posted on February 21, 2026 (3 months ago)
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The Rosalind Franklin Institute (the Franklin) is a UK-based technology institute that brings together researchers in life and physical sciences and engineering to develop tools that will transform healthcare. This role sits within the Operations team and will support the H&S Advisor, Facilities, Quality, HR and Laboratory Managers to coordinate Health & Safety, Environmental and compliance activity across the Institute.
Key responsibilities
Health and Safety
- Work with the H&S Advisor and Laboratory Managers to ensure staff are familiar with health and safety risks, controls and emergency procedures.
- Support audits and inspections, incident reporting and prepare reports; monitor resolution of issues arising by collaborating with Laboratory Managers and staff.
- Assist in preparing Health and Safety documentation (Safety Codes, COSHH, Risk Assessments etc.) and promote health, safety and compliance within the Institute.
- Carry out site H&S inductions for new employees, contractors and visitors, and monitor/manage contractor access.
- Assist with maintaining fire procedures, including drills and regular checks on equipment in conjunction with the Building Fire Manager.
- Support the Health and Safety work plan and actively participate in H&S Committee meetings.
Environmental
- Work with the responsible person to monitor correct disposal of hazardous waste in line with policy and regulations.
- Assist in collating environmental and sustainability data, ensuring adherence to environmental legislation.
General
- Maintain a database of prior audit recommendations and solutions.
- Assist with preparation of statistical and analysis reports across HSEC areas.
- Ensure proper filing and document control of all HSEC records, including training and certification.
Training
- Write and oversee regular reviews and issue of documents for compliance training.
- Maintain high-quality training records/registers for regulatory compliance and institutional reporting.
- Coordinate H&S training, monitor completion and report to committees; arrange regular training of First Aiders and Fire Marshalls.
Other duties
- Support scientists and visitors with ad hoc requests.
- Exercise personal and Institute responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act and related legislation.
- Carry out any other duties as required by the H&S Advisor within the skills of the post holder.
Benefits and role details
The post is based at the Harwell Campus (Rutherford Appleton Laboratory) with hybrid and flexible working. The Institute welcomes applications internationally and is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
- Generous pension scheme (employer contribution currently up to 18%)
- Group Life Assurance / Death in Service
- Hub building with state-of-the-art laboratories
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Training and development opportunities
- Transport and cycle-to-work schemes; subsidised canteen and free on-site parking
- Occupational health and wellbeing support, Employee Assistance and Health Cash Plan
How to apply
To be considered for this role, please submit a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are the right person for the job. Please include information about your education and work experience. Applications should be submitted via the Franklin's application process (use the 'Apply for this job' link on the vacancy page).
If you have specific needs or require adjustments to the application process, contact [email protected] to discuss requirements confidentially.
Closing date and documents
The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Sunday 22nd February 2026.
A Job Information Pack (10389_Job Pack) is available on the vacancy page (PDF).
Applicants should refer to the Candidate Privacy Policy on the Institute website.