Are you ready to drive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance in a high-risk maritime environment?
Overview: Our client is seeking a dedicated HSSE Route Manager to oversee safety, security, and environmental management across ports and vessels within the North Seas region. This role is critical in delivering the business’s HSSE strategy, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and fostering a proactive safety culture. Working closely with local management and stakeholders, you will play a key role in risk management, operational safety, and security standards.
Location: North Seas (Extensive travel required UK and EU) HULL Preferred
Key Responsibilities:
Health & Safety Leadership
- Partner with local management teams, including the Cluster Port Director and Route Ship Manager, to drive HSSE excellence.
- Monitor, assess, and manage HSSE risks associated with port and vessel operations.
- Implement assurance protocols to protect employees, visitors, and contractors.
- Ensure all operations align with regulatory requirements, including Flag, Port State, and Host State obligations.
- Maintain security standards in accordance with the ISPS Code and cyber security requirements of the ISM Code.
- Develop and enhance HSSE systems to meet the business’s evolving needs.
- Educate, audit, and develop teams to ensure HSSE compliance and best practices.
- Promote a culture of safety through communication, engagement, and knowledge-sharing.
- Work with key stakeholders to establish long-term HSSE strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Strong HSSE performance and continuous improvement in KPIs.
- Effective assurance protocols aligned with operational risks.
- Compliance with all regulatory and stakeholder requirements.
- Positive internal and external stakeholder engagement.
Requirements:
Experience: 3-5 years in an HSSE leadership role, preferably in high-risk industries (Ports, Marine, or Logistics).
Expertise: Knowledge of Dutch, Belgian, and UK HSSE legislation, with operational experience in these regions.
Skills: Strong leadership, risk management, and compliance expertise.
Languages: Would be beneficial to speak Dutch
Education: Degree in HSSE/Engineering or Level 6 Safety Professional qualification.
This is a rare opportunity to lead and influence HSSE strategy in a dynamic maritime environment. If you are passionate about safety, compliance, and operational excellence, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply below to take the next step in your HSSE career!