Health & Safety Coordinator

Purfleet

About CLdN

CLdN is a leading provider of integrated quay-to-quay and door-to-door logistics solutions. Founded in 1928, CLdN ensures reliable, cost-effective transport that links the major economic areas of Europe. With 30 ships and more than 200 sailings a week, CLdN provides shortsea roll-on / roll-off (ro-ro) connections between the European continent, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Iberia and Scandinavia and offers the lowest CO2 footprint of all Western European RoRo operators. CLdN’s cargo and multimodal services have a Europe-wide reach using CLdN’s extensive network of ships, terminals and equipment. CLdN’s 3,000 employees ensure that it fulfills its mission: to excel as an integrated provider of maritime links. 

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Health & Safety Coordinator, to join the fast paced environment of our Health & Safety Department, as the company continues on its rapid growth.

Your role

·        Support the implementation, upkeep, and continuous improvement of health and safety policies, procedures, and management systems.

·        Conduct routine site inspections, audits, and risk assessments, ensuring hazards are identified and addressed promptly.

·        Assist with the investigation of accidents, incidents, near‑misses, and dangerous occurrences, including reviewing and updating relevant risk assessments.

·        Provide Health, Safety and Environmental advice to site teams, ensuring compliance with corporate, legal, and industry standards.

·        Monitor the completion of statutory checks in line with required schedules and escalate issues as necessary.

·        Prepare, maintain, and organise accurate health, safety, and environmental records and documentation.

·        Participate in local safety meetings and produce clear, accurate minutes and action logs.

·        Engage proactively with employees to support and strengthen a positive health and safety culture.

·        Conduct drug and alcohol testing in line with company policy.

·        Undertake any training required by management to effectively fulfil the duties of the role.

Your profile: Essentials

·        NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent Level 3 H&S qualification)

·        Must have a passport for potential travel to European ports

·        At least 1 year experience working in a health and safety role in the UK

·        A full, clean driving licence

·        Will be willing to undertake a Basic Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check

·        Already have the right to work in the UK. No sponsorship is available for this position

·        Must be willing to travel to other sites on occasion, as per business need.

Your Role: Desirable:

·        IOSH membership (TechIOSH or working towards)

·        Experience in the ports industry Confident using Microsoft Office and safety management systems

·        Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels

·        Good analytical and problem‑solving ability

·        Evidence a high degree of flexibility

·        Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

·        Further training qualifications (e.g., Train the Trainer, PTLLS, or internal trainer certifications)

·        Additional H&S certifications (Fire Risk Assessor, First Aid at Work, Manual Handling, DSE Assessor,)

Our offer

·        Competitive salary, Pension scheme, Life Assurance Cover & Cycle to Work Scheme.

This position is subject to a random and “for cause” Drug & Alcohol testing policy

Contact: Are you interested in learning more about this position or do you want to apply? Send your CV with a cover letter to recruitment.pft@cldn.com using reference Health & Safety Coordinator. 

Closing date for applications is Monday 9^th March, 2026