Health And Safety Advisor

Port of Blyth; Blyth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A major logistics provider in Blyth is seeking an individual passionate about Health and Safety to join their HSQE department. The role involves assisting with safety matters, supporting risk assessments, and attending management meetings to ensure compliance with health regulations. Ideal candidates should be pursuing a NEBOSH National General Certificate and have a proactive approach to health and safety management. The position offers a competitive salary, private medical scheme, pension, and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Private medical scheme

Pension

25 days holiday plus statutory days

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Attained or working towards industry-recognized qualification.
• Up-to-date knowledge of Health & Safety regulations.
• Experience in an industrial or logistics environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Health and Safety matters.
• Support implementation of Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
• Investigate and record incidents accurately.

Skills

Health and Safety management

Proactive safety-first approach

Liaising with regulatory bodies

Education

NEBOSH National General Certificate

Job description

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a passion for Health and Safety to join our established HSQE department. Working closely with the Health and Safety manager, you will have the opportunity to develop and advance into a more senior role.

The successful candidate will have attained or be working towards an industry-recognized qualification such as NEBOSH National General Certificate and be able to demonstrate up-to-date knowledge and practical application of Health & Safety regulations and standards. Full support and training will be provided to further develop the successful candidate. They should also have a proactive, safety-first approach to health and safety management, ideally in an industrial or logistics environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with Health and Safety matters, including liaising with national safety, regulatory, and enforcement bodies.
• Proactively assist with continual improvement.
• Support the review, development, and implementation of Risk Assessments, Non-Conformances, & Method Statements.
• Maintain a strong presence around the Port and assist managers/supervisors in implementing H&S procedures and actions.
• Attend Health and Safety management meetings and help implement existing and new legislation.
• Investigate and record incidents accurately and correctly.
• Assist with internal and external audits.

Benefits:

• Private medical scheme
• Pension
• 25 days holiday plus statutory days
• Bonus scheme

Why work at Port of Blyth?

The Port of Blyth values its employees as its most important assets and offers 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 foster a supportive environment.

The port has proactively promoted 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, like Gym in the Park sessions, Free Bike Health Checks, and NHS Free Health Checks, which have been well received.

Recognition for these efforts was achieved at the Maritime UK Awards 2024, where the Port was named Employer of the Year, providing pride and motivation for continued 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 Ports in the UK, handling cargo across four terminals along the River Blyth.

With major logistics and training divisions, the Port group has a growing turnover exceeding £31 million, driven by sectors such as offshore energy, which has positioned the port as a major strategic east coast base supporting this industry. The port also handles containers, dry bulks (coal, aggregates, cement, etc.), and marine fuels.