Job description:
Why should you work for ABP?
- Have the chance to make a difference in a business critical to UK trade.
- Work within an exciting, innovative, growing business.
- You can thrive in an inclusive environment where every individual can be themselves and feel respected.
- Receive a competitive salary and benefits package.
- Get support for training, personal development, and further education.
- Benefit from support and engagement through dedicated management and leadership
We are seeking a proactive and dedicated Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor to join our Wales & Southwest Division. Supporting our 7 ports across South Wales and the Southwest, you’ll play a key role in maintaining and enhancing our health, safety, and environmental standards.
You’ll be the go-to person for on-the-ground safety matters, audits, and tenant liaison, working across all functions and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact across a diverse operational environment, contributing to ABP’s net-zero goals and continuous improvement culture.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Culture
- Champion proactive health, safety, and environmental behaviours across local ports.
- Promote and deliver regional safety campaigns and environmental initiatives.
- Foster a positive HS&E culture aligned with ABP’s values.
Compliance & Support
- Provide guidance on ABP policies, risk assessments, and safe systems of work.
- Coach and challenge managers and supervisors to improve HS&E capability.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
Incident & Audit Management
- Manage and coordinate local safety and environmental incidents using EcoOnline.
- Conduct thorough investigations and produce actionable reports.
- Perform internal audits and support HS&E committee meetings and inspections.
Reporting & Performance
- Deliver monthly HS&E reports with data trends and positive activity updates.
- Ensure timely closure of audit actions, Spot It submissions, and incident follow-ups.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- NEBOSH National General Certificate (or equivalent).
- Membership of IOSH, IIRSM, or ISEP.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience in internal auditing and incident investigation.
- Proficiency in HS&E systems (e.g., SAP/EcoOnline) and data analytics tools.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.
- Ability to work independently, flexibly, and respond to dynamic operational needs.
- Knowledge of behavioural and cultural change tools in HS&E.
Desirable (Development Opportunities):
- Experience in a safety-critical environment.
- Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent.
- ISO auditing certification (ISO 45001 / ISO 14001).
- Experience in sustainability and environmental impact reduction.
- Expertise in behavioural safety programme design and delivery.
- Experience liaising with external enforcement authorities.
We offer:
We offer a competitive salary, contributory pension from day one (Starting at 3% employee contribution with 5% company match), private healthcare, access to our Employee Assistance Program, wide range of discounts and cash back with high street and online retailers. We offer an inclusive work environment with an in-house training academy which offers ongoing opportunities to develop your skills.
abprecruitment@abports.co.uk
