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Great Yarmouth, Hybrid working
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated HSSE Advisor to support our Maritime Transport Division. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with company HSSEQ policies and procedures, while actively promoting a culture of safety, ownership, and engagement across all levels of the division. You will work closely with departments and product lines to foster a safe and healthy working environment, using your skills in motivation, coaching, and mentoring to drive continuous improvement and local accountability in HSSEQ management.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Provide HSSEQ advice, guidance and support to projects, departments, worksites, and contracted personnel, ensuring compliance with internal processes, legislative, industry best practice and client specific requirements.
* Support the development and implementation of HSSEQ Business Management System including procedures, sub-ordinate documents, and safety notices / communications.
* Conduct safety inspections and investigation of incidents onboard vessels, at bases or yards as directed by line management.
* Ensure all reported incidents / accidents are investigated, including root cause analysis, and present corrective actions to prevent recurrence; action follow up for satisfactory close out.
* Monitor and report on regional HSSEQ performance, identifying trends and develop proactive or reactive safety initiatives / campaigns where required.
* Create and deliver bespoke HSSEQ training to all employees.
* Focal point for the collation and submission of Green House Gas Emissions data including follow-up rebuttals / analysis for allocated product lines.
* Assist with QA functions, including to carry out / review audits / assessments / inspections (internal and external).
* To host customer audits and inspections of our processes, demonstrating compliance with ISO standards and the SPSA guidelines.
Essential qualifications
* Health, Safety, Environment and Quality Assurance advisory / management experience.
* Demonstrable experience of HSE management in an operational marine or offshore environment, familiar with STS and marine practices an advantage.
* NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent in Occupational Health and Safety.
* Internal Auditing Experience.
* Knowledge of international HSE legislation an advantage.
Nice To Have
* Knowledge of HSE legislation an advantage.
* Willingness to learn new skills with a view to advancing HSEQ knowledge.
About Us
James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.
Why join us?
* Competitive benefits tailored to the division
* Opportunities for career growth and visibility across the organisation
* A supportive, inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions
* Work that truly makes a difference in safety, innovation, and global capability
Equal Opportunity
James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.
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