Health & Safety Systems and Assurance Technician

About the Role

We're looking for a highly analytical and proactive Health & Safety Systems & Assurance Technician to join our team at the Port of Dover. This is a pivotal role, supporting the effective capture, analysis and reporting of health & safety data, while maintaining robust systems that drive compliance and continuous improvement.

You'll act as a subject matter expert for our safety reporting and management systems, helping turn data into meaningful insight that influences decision-making at all levels of the organisation.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of our Health & Safety team, you will:

Data, Systems & Insight

• Analyse H&S data to identify trends, risks and opportunities (leading and lagging indicators)
• Produce high-quality reports and dashboards to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Transform complex data into clear, actionable insights
• Manage and administer H&S reporting platforms and management systems
• Use tools such as Excel (pivot tables, formulas, charts) to deliver accurate analysis

Assurance & Compliance

• Maintain the Integrated Management System and audit programme (ISO 45001 & 9001)
• Lead and support audits, ensuring corrective actions are tracked through to "Safe Forever" completion
• Manage the legislation register to ensure ongoing compliance
• Support accident investigations, including root cause analysis and lessons learned

Communication & Engagement

• Deliver clear, tailored reporting for a range of audiences including frontline teams, leadership and the Board
• Present data visually through dashboards, graphs and heatmaps
• Work closely with stakeholders across operations, IT and management
• Influence and support teams to improve data quality, reporting and safety outcomes

Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to H&S campaigns, lessons learned and performance improvement initiatives
• Apply continuous improvement techniques to enhance systems and processes

• Promote a proactive and positive safety culture across the port

What We're Looking For

Essential skills and experience

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent)
• Proven H&S experience in operational environments
• Strong experience working with reporting systems and management systems
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 & 9001 standards
• Experience in accident investigation and auditing
• Advanced IT skills, including Excel and reporting tools
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and communicate data

Desirable skills and experience

• Degree in Health & Safety, Engineering, Construction or related field
• Experience in complex or multi-risk environments
• Continuous Improvement training (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma)
• Experience with behavioural safety approaches
• Familiarity with AI or digital tools for data capture and reporting

Benefits

• 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata)
• Generous contributory pension scheme
• Discretionary annua