Instructor/Assessor Port Training Services (PTS) are looking to add new instructor/assessors to their team here in Blyth. PTS, the training division of the Port of Blyth, are a specialist training provider delivering fully accredited, industry recognised qualifications for companies and individuals serving the Port & Marine, Warehousing & Logistics, Heavy Industry, Subsea and Offshore Energy sectors. The Role: To deliver and develop the PTS portfolio of products and services from our training centre in Blyth and client locations across the UK. Services include the delivery of short courses, to being assigned as a dedicated assessor to our apprentice learners based with our clients across the UK. Principle Duties & Responsibilities: * Actively deliver training programmes onsite at PTS premises in Blyth and offsite at client premises (for example, plant courses such as forklift truck training). * Ensure the correct equipment, personnel and facilities are available for each programme/course and are always maintained to the highest standard. * Assist in managing relationships with external accrediting bodies. * Ensure H&S is always maintained to the highest level. * Work to continuously improve the services of PTS. * Work closely with the management team to develop and introduce new products as required. * Assist in maintaining and achieving industry accreditations. * Provide a high-quality service to all customers. * Able to maintain relationships with external/internal customers and suppliers. * Work effectively with the PTS administration team to ensure all programme administration is managed effectively and efficiently. Skills Requirements: Essential: * Proven industrial track record (ports, heavy industry) * Proven instructor background. * Relevant Instructor/assessor Qualifications (RTITB, NPORS, Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement, Level 3 in Education & Training). For the right candidate support can be provided to achieve these qualifications. * Full DBS check (one will be provided if you don’t have one) * Travel and overnight stays across the UK (when required) * Full Driving License Desirable: * Operational Port experience * IOSH Managing Safely. * NPORS qualified instructor. Benefits: * Private medical scheme * Pension * 25 days holiday statutory days * Bonus scheme Why work at Port of Blyth? The Port of Blyth values its employees as its most important assets and provides a comprehensive range of benefits, including a competitive salary, a generous bonus program, free private medical coverage, and regular staff events such as breakfast meetings, to create a supportive environment for employees to excel in. The Port has taken proactive measures to promote health and wellness in the workplace. In 2023, it joined the North East Better Health at Work Award and formed a team of 10 Health Advocates to develop health campaigns and initiatives tailored to the workforce. These initiatives encompass activities like Gym in the Park sessions, Free Bike Health Checks, and NHS Free Health Checks, all of which have been well-received by the staff. The port’s dedication to enhancing health and wellness was acknowledged at the Maritime UK Awards 2024, where it was honoured with the Employer of the Year Award. This accomplishment not only provided well-deserved recognition for the employees but also served as a source of immense pride and motivation to continue striving for excellence. About Port of Blyth Port of Blyth is the port operating division of Blyth Harbour Commission, an independent statutory trust established in 1882. It is one of the largest Trust Port’s in the UK handling cargo across four terminals based around the River Blyth. Together with major logistics and training divisions, the Port group has a growing turnover exceeding £31 million, driven by growth across a variety of sectors but particularly offshore energy, with the Port is now recognised as a major strategic east coast base supporting the sector. Other trade handled includes containers, dry bulks (coal, aggregates, cement etc.) and marine fuels