Maritime Governance & Safety Lead

Careers On The Thames; Gravesend; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Pension up to 14%

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing resources

Discounted gym memberships

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Discounts portal

Job summary

Port of London Authority is seeking a leader to head marine governance, safety management, and compliance functions with strategic oversight of the Marine Safety Management System. You will guide governance, assurance, risk management and external engagement at board level.

The role requires extensive experience in marine governance and safety in a safety-critical environment. It offers a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on continuous improvement and resilience.

Qualifications

• Significant management experience in marine or ports.
• Knowledge of PMSC requirements and Guide to Good Practice.
• Experience in governance, risk management, compliance and safety assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and continuous improvement of the MSMS and Marine Safety Plan, ensuring compliance with the PMSC, Guide to Good Practice and legislation.
• Oversee governance, assurance, audit and compliance activities to drive continuous improvement.
• Monitor safety performance, risks, incidents and trends and implement corrective actions.
• Provide governance advice, assurance and reporting to senior leaders and the Board.
• Lead strategic risk management, horizon scanning and future readiness for safe operations.
• Act as the Authority’s lead for marine governance investigations and support incident investigations.
• Build relationships with regulators and stakeholders, representing the PLA externally.
• Influence legislative and regulatory developments affecting the organisation.
• Lead and develop marine governance resources and promote high professional standards.
• Manage governance-related resources and budgets to support priorities.
• Collaborate across teams to strengthen governance and safety culture.

Skills

Marine governance

Safety management

PMSC knowledge

General management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Harbour Master’s qualification

STCW OOW unlimited

MCA Harbour Master qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Port of London Authority is seeking a leader to head marine governance, safety management, and compliance functions with strategic oversight of the Marine Safety Management System. You will guide governance, assurance, risk management and external engagement at board level.

The role requires extensive experience in marine governance and safety in a safety-critical environment. It offers a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on continuous improvement and resilience.