Health and Safety | Health & Safety | H&S | Construction | Newhaven | NEBOSH | IOSH | Operations Your new company You will be working for a statutory harbour authority that has responsibility for ongoing management and safety of ports across the south. Your new role Hays are looking for a highly motivated, active and proficient person. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all health & safety and environmental protocols within the port across maintenance, operational and construction activities, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards and assisting in working towards decarbonisation/net-zero. The successful candidate will be expected to work well in a multi-functional team and will be required to carry out other duties associated with a busy working port. Key Responsibilities: • Develop, implement, and maintain safety, health and environmental policies and procedures. • Conduct regular risk assessments and audits and chair H&S committee meetings. • Make monthly written reports for the Board of Directors. • Regularly review and ensure compliance with safety management systems. • Provide training and awareness programs to employees regarding health, safety and environmental protocols. • Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses; and implement corrective actions. • Liaise with regulatory and industry bodies and ensure all statutory provisions are met. • Liaise with employees, subcontractors and suppliers on Health & Safety matters. • Review the production of third-party risk assessments/method statements, approve Permits to Work and advise on health and safety matters. • Promote a strong culture of safety and wellbeing throughout the port, monitor and report. • Be a proactive member of the management team. • Assist the team in working towards net-zero/decarbonisation. • Act as fire warden, carry out fire risk assessments, advise on fire safety etc. • Oversee training and qualification of all staff ensuring that records are kept updated. • Assisting with the day-to-day management of port operations. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will have: • NEBOSH General Certificate in Health & Safety or equivalent qualification• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practices • Working knowledge of CDM Regulations • Excellent communication, leadership and IT skills • Full Driving Licence What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a wide range of generous company benefits. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4659336