About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Health & Safety professional to join our experienced team at the Port of Tilbury as a SHEQ Advisor (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality). This is a crucial role within our business, that supports the HSEEM in protecting the health & safety of our workforce and the environment that we operate in. We stand by the principal that every one of our employees deserves to go home at the end of each day, and so we are looking for someone who is as passionate as we are about enabling a safe workplace.
This role is responsible for providing professional safety, health and environmental advice and support across all assets in the Port of Tilbury, and will work specifically on one of our large assets in the Port. It will involve building strong relationships with multiple stakeholders across the business, and supporting teams to foster a positive and safe working environment. An important element of the role is to advise and assist operational management teams not only in the implementation of SHEQ policies, and would suit someone who is committed to enabling and encouraging a positive mindset towards all areas of H&S.
Key responsibilities:
1. Identify significant operational risks from a SHE perspective and ensure appropriate mitigations are identified and implemented.
2. Implement a process for auditing implementation of the SHE Management System and ensure that any required corrective action is clearly identified and assigned as appropriate.
3. Take quick and effective action with departments who fail to meet the required standards.
4. Monitor communication and training on health and safety matters to ensure that all employees understand their full responsibilities for health and safety.
5. Assist with and provide feedback in SHE consultations.
6. Capture and manage accurate information associated with incidents.
7. Analyse incident investigation, reactive and proactive data and communicate findings as appropriate.
8. You will also be tasked with ad-hoc duties including reporting, H&S projects and supporting Management.
What are we looking for?
We are keen to hear from individuals with current or recent experience within a similar SHE role and who is passionate about fostering a strong H&S culture within the workplace. We are looking for someone with the expertise to support the teams in the practical day to day working environment, but also on an equally important legislative basis.
Skills and Qualifications:
9. A number of years' experience of working within a SHE role where you have worked with Plant & Equipment
10. Qualified to NEBOSH General Certificate and working towards / willing to obtain a Diploma level qualification
11. Strong working knowledge of ISO
12. Ability to work under pressure and within fast changing environments
13. Good IT literacy skills (MS Office and data management suites)
What Forth Ports can offer you:
At Forth Ports, our people are our priority, and we are committed to creating a flexible, open, and supportive working culture. As part of our team, you will enjoy:
14. A competitive salary
15. On-call allowance (once passed training)
16. Generous annual leave entitlement
17. A defined pension scheme and life assurance
18. Health promotion events and employee wellbeing initiatives
19. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family
20. Cycle to work scheme and on-site free parking
21. Attractive Family Friendly Policies
22. Employee discount platform offering discounts on UK-wide restaurants, car rentals, and holidays
23. GymFlex health club memberships
We value diversity and inclusivity, and we are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will consider all applications for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.
How to Apply:
If you are an experienced SHEQ Advisor and looking to continue your career as part of a forward-thinking and supportive team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter when submitting your application via the ‘Apply Now’ link.