Marine Compliance Manager & Deputy DPA

Heidelberg Materials UK; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of construction materials is seeking a Marine Compliance Manager to ensure maritime safety and operational excellence. This role involves compliance management across the fleet and supports the development of the Safety Management System. Candidates should have significant seafaring experience and relevant qualifications, with a salary of £55,000 and a hybrid working model in Southampton.

Benefits

Company Car

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension and life assurance

Flexible working and sabbatical options

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Significant seafaring experience in a senior role, preferably as Chief Mate, Safety Officer, or Master.
• Experience working on tankers or specialized ship-types is an advantage.
• Previous shore-based experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Champion Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental compliance across sea staff.
• Support the development of the Safety Management System.
• Lead and support investigations and drive improvements.

Skills

Maritime safety

Operational excellence

Leadership

Compliance management

Education

Higher Education in a Marine related subject

Chief Mate Unlimited Certificate of Competency

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.

We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.

At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

We're Hiring: Marine Compliance Manager & Deputy DPA

Are you passionate about maritime safety and operational excellence? We're looking for a Marine Compliance Manager & Deputy Designated Person Ashore (DPA) to join our Operations Management Team and play a pivotal role in the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of our fleet.

• Champion Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental compliance across our sea staff (130+ indirect reports).
• Support the continuous development of our Safety Management System, ensuring full compliance with statutory and industry standards.
• Lead and support investigations, drive improvements, and help shape a culture of safety and accountability.
• Provide strategic and administrative support to the Marine Operations Manager & DPA.
  
  
  

This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a dynamic, safety-critical environment and is ready to make a real difference in the maritime industry.

Key Accountabilities

• To support the Marine Operations Manager & DPA to ensure Fleet availability through compliance with statutory legislation, Company policies and procedures.
• To act as Deputy Designated Person (“DDPA”) and Deputy Company Security Officer (“DCSO”) and assume the full range of statutory duties and responsibilities of the Designated Person (“DPA”) and Company Security Officer, involving out of office hour / weekend periods at agreed times.
• To support the Marine Operations Manager & DPA with the development and evolution of the Company’s Safety Management System (“SMS”) in accordance with section 1.2.2 and 1.2.3 of the International Safety Management (“ISM”) Code.
• To support the Marine Operations Manager & DPA with the administration of the Company’s Safety Management System including, but not limited to the drafting of policies, procedures, fleet directives and memos and risk assessments.
• To organise internal ISM & ISPS audits and ensure records from such audits are processed accordingly.
• To support the Marine Operations Manager & DPA with corrective and preventative action in relation to Non-Conformities and Observations raised as a result of surveys and inspections.
• To support the Marine Operations Manager & DPA by spending time on board Company ships in port and at sea (at agreed times) in order to coach and provide support to sea staff to assure compliance with the requirements of the Company’s safety management system to standardise practices across the fleet and provide safety and emergency response training.
• When assigned as an Investigation Manager to Accidents and Near Hits / Hazardous Occurrences, carry out and/or ensure investigations are completed and formulate appropriate actions in order to prevent recurrence.
• To liaise with Flag and Port State Authorities, classification societies and other stakeholders, as required.
• To support the Marine Operations Manager & DPA in delivering to Company ships, Fleet Management and Production & Resources departments technical advice concerning port interfaces, berths and any marine-related advice.
• To undertake ad-hoc project as and when required.
  
  
  

Experience

• Must have significant seafaring experience in senior role, preferably as Chief Mate, Safety Officer or Master.
• Experience working on tankers or specialised ship-types an advantage.
• Previous shore based experience an advantage.
• Knowledge of marine aggregate industry an advantage
• Must hold a full driving licence
• Must be eligible for residence and free movement within the EU
  
  
  

Education/Qualification

• Higher Education – a degree in Marine related subject desirable.
• Chief Mate Unlimited (or Higher) Certificate of Competency required.
• Significant experience within a senior management role on board merchant ships with Safety related responsibilities.
  
  
  

Why Join us?

£55,000

Company Car

Southampton Hybrid

Rewards & Benefits

We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:

At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.

Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member

• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities