Port of Blyth
NON-EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBER
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Port of Blyth
The Port of Blyth is the operating division of the Blyth Harbour Commission, a modern statutory Trust Port with a group turnover in excess of £30 million. The Port handles a wide variety of trades, but in particular is recognised as one of the UK's leading offshore energy hubs.
The group also includes Transped (international forwarding and logistics company) and Port Training Services (national port and industrial training provider).
The Port has grown successfully over the last decade and has exciting plans for further expansion.
The Role
Blyth Harbour Commission oversees the strategy and management of the Port and is seeking to appoint a non-executive board member (Commissioner) to play an active role in delivering future growth and prosperity for the benefit of stakeholders which include employees, commercial and leisure port users, the local community and wider regional economy.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Applications are invited from candidates with a financial background, who are ideally able to demonstrate proven expertise and experience in any of the following areas:
- Senior leadership in finance, accountancy, banking, corporate finance, or related discipline
- Strong understanding of financial governance, risk management, and strategic planning
- Experience of infrastructure financing, major capital projects, or asset-intensive organisations
- Knowledge of grant funding programmes and public sector funding mechanisms
- Broader senior level business management involvement
- Board or non-executive experience, with the ability to provide independent challenge and strategic oversight
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
The successful candidate will also be able to demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of the region and Port of Blyth.
Board meetings are held on a bimonthly basis with additional commitments to attend the Annual Public Meeting, sub-committee meetings (if applicable) and occasional other functions.
The position will commence from 1 January 2027, is for an initial 2-year term and is remunerated.
How to Apply
Applications including a full CV should be submitted to Oran Robson, Commission Secretary, by 5pm on Friday 21 August 2026.
By post: Commissioners House, Wensleydale Terrace, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 3DY
For reference, the interview date is likely to be during September, however, will be confirmed to successful applicants closer to the time.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location