Health & Safety Partner – Dover

C£45,000/annum

Monday–Friday, 37.5 hrs

Our client, a major UK port operator, is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Partner to play a key role in delivering a culture of “looking after everyone and everything.”

You will live locally to Dover, Kent and have no Right to Work visa restrictions.

What’s on Offer

Salary circa £45,000/annum

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + birthday leave

Generous pension + discretionary bonus

Private healthcare, life assurance & wellbeing support

Additional perks incl. cycle to work & discounts

The Health & Safety Partner Role

• Reporting to the Head of H&S, partner with operational leaders to improve safety performance
• Provide expert advice on H&S risk, governance & compliance
• Lead incident investigations, audits & continuous improvement
• Support emergency planning, contractor management & critical risk controls
• Deliver training, coaching & drive a positive safety culture
• Contribute to ISO 45001 systems and strategic H&S initiatives

The successful Health & Safety Manager:

• NEBOSH Diploma / NVQ Level 5 (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in high-risk or complex operational environments
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation & ISO 45001
• Skilled in investigations, audits & practical risk management
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Experience in ports, marine, cargo or similar environments
• Knowledge of CDM & contractor management
• Background in continuous improvement / behavioural safety

Hours: Monday–Friday, 37.5 hrs

If you’re a proactive H&S professional who thrives in dynamic, multi-activity environments, we’d love to hear from you. If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie - Permanent Consultant on 01304 806053 or email e.gawn@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk

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