Head of Marine Safety

3 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Ceto Talent Full time

🌍 Head of Marine Safety & Assurance📍 Woolwich, London - SE18 6DX💰 Up to £525 per day - depending on experience📑 Inside IR35⏱️ Long-term contract work availableCeto Talent is supporting a major transport organisation as they look to appoint an experienced marine safety leader to oversee safety, assurance and compliance across their river operations.This role sits at the heart of their marine activities and supports the safe running of vessels and terminals along the Thames.It’s a great opportunity for someone with a solid background in marine legislation, safety management systems, and regulatory engagement, who can also provide clear direction to both operational teams and senior leadership.✅ What You’ll Be DoingLead marine safety, assurance and compliance across river servicesAct as the Designated Person under the ISM CodeMake sure all vessels, terminals and operations meet legal, regulatory and internal safety standardsDevelop and maintain the Safety Management SystemManage internal audit programmes and oversee corrective actionsSupport day-to-day operations with guidance on safety, health, environmental and quality requirementsCoordinate inspections with authorities such as the MCA and Port of London AuthorityOversee emergency planning and counter-pollution exercisesTrain staff in safety, auditing and pollution-response requirementsMaintain safety documentation, emergency plans and performance statisticsManage the budget for compliance and HSEQ functionsProvide line management to the Deputy Designated PersonReport to senior leadership on ISM compliance and safety performanceWhat We’re Looking For:Strong background in marine safety, compliance and operational assuranceIn-depth knowledge of the ISM Code and maritime legislationExperience working with regulatory bodies such as the MCA and PLAAbility to develop and improve safety management systemsConfident leading audits, inspections and emergency-response planningComfortable advising operational teams and senior leadershipStrong documentation, planning and communication skillsExperience managing budgets and leading small teamsIf you’d like to discuss this role in more detail, please reach out to Jasmine White at Ceto Talent for more information - jasmine@cetotalent.com / 02039 666 652Marine Safety Manager | Marine Operations Manager | Marine Compliance Manager | Designated Person Ashore (DPA) | Deputy DPA | Head of HSEQ (Marine) | Marine HSEQ Manager | Maritime Safety Assurance Manager | Marine Risk and Compliance Manager | Port Operations Manager (with a safety focus) | Harbour Master | Deputy Harbour Master | Marine Superintendent | Vessel Compliance Manager | Fleet Safety Manager | ISM/ISPS Compliance Manager | Marine Audit Manager | Marine Standards Manager | Marine Technical Superintendent Marine Safety Manager | Marine Operations Manager | Marine Compliance Manager | Designated Person Ashore (DPA) | Deputy DPA | Head of HSEQ (Marine) | Marine HSEQ Manager | Maritime Safety Assurance Manager | Marine Risk and Compliance Manager | Port Operations Manager (with a safety focus) | Harbour Master | Deputy Harbour Master | Marine Superintendent | Vessel Compliance Manager | Fleet Safety Manager | ISM/ISPS Compliance Manager | Marine Audit Manager | Marine Standards Manager | Marine Technical Superintendent

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