Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor

Port of London Authority; London; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor to join their dynamic team. This role is vital for ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while fostering a supportive environment. You will engage with various stakeholders, contribute to exciting projects, and help create a culture of care within the organization. With a competitive benefits package and a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, this opportunity is perfect for someone dedicated to making a meaningful impact in a high-risk environment. Join us and be part of a team that values safety and wellbeing!

Benefits

28 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Health Cash Plan (Westfield Health)

Generous pension scheme

Access to Occupational Health

Mindfulness and Counselling services

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to MyGymDiscounts

Salary sacrifice Car Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in Health, Safety and Wellbeing roles, ideally in high-risk environments.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Wellbeing requirements.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and staff.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate (NVQ Level 4)

Membership of IOSH or equivalent

Tools

ISO 45001

Internal Auditing

Job description

Job title: Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor

Department: Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Reporting to: Senior Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor

Grade: 7

Starting Salary: £45,189 per annum

Base: Gravesend, Kent

Who we are:

We are the UK’s biggest port, central to the country’s economy and ambitions for growth. We connect the UK to the world, but we are much more than a conventional port.

We are driven by our purpose to protect and improve the 95 mile stretch of the River Thames which is tidal – from Teddington Lock on the border of Surrey, through the heart of London, Kent, Essex and out to the North Sea.

The role:

We’re looking for an experienced and passionate advisor to join our dynamic Health, Safety, and Wellbeing team. If you're dedicated to making a real impact and helping create a safe, healthy, and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you!

In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring we meet all Health, Safety, and Wellbeing requirements, offering expert advice and guidance to departmental managers, safety representatives, and staff across the organisation. You’ll be involved in exciting Health, Safety, and Wellbeing projects and campaigns, so teamwork and attention to detail is crucial.

As an advisor, your strong communication skills will be essential. You'll be able to engage with stakeholders tactfully, maintain confidentiality, and foster strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues at all levels.

If you're someone who thrives in a supportive team environment and enjoys contributing to a culture of care, we encourage you to apply and make a difference with us.

Minimum Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience in a Health, Safety and Wellbeing role (ideally in a high-risk environment)
• Membership of IOSH or equivalent
• NEBOSH General certificate (NVQ Level 4)
• Internal auditing experience
• CDM Awareness
• Working knowledge of ISO 45001
• Hold a full clean driving licence

In return, we offer a competitive benefits package:

• 28 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Health Cash Plan (Westfield Health)
• Generous pension scheme
• Access to Occupational Health, Mindfulness, Counselling and Physiotherapy
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to MyGymDiscounts
• Salary sacrifice Car Scheme

For further information or if you would like to have an informal discussion about the position, please contact Danielle Spencer (Senior Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor) on [e-mail] or Abbi Copeland (Head of Health, Safety and Wellbeing) on [e-mail].

The PLA are not registered with the UK Home Office and do not sponsor candidates who require a visa or work permit to work in the UK, therefore an offer of employment cannot be made unless you currently hold the rights to live and work in the UK.