Project Engineer

We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year.

It’s a story we’re proud of but it doesn’t end there. We’re transforming our business and embracing the future.

We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.

We're the largest port operator in the UK, managing 21 ports through England, Scotland and Wales and handle £150Bn of trade annually. Our Humber region is comprised of 4 ports (Hull, Immingham, Grimsby and Goole) and combined handle around 50 tonnes of cargo annually. Offering services to customers in sectors such as off-shore wind, containers, dry bulks, timer, ro-ro & ferries, automotive and liquid bulks the ports are cemented as a leading gateway for trade, offering reliable and resilient supply chain solutions from around the world.
 
Due to the current level of engineering activity we're currently looking to recruit an Experienced Project Engineer into a newly created position to assist with the delivery of major projects within the Humber region. You should have experience of project delivery on projects valued at over £20m primarily within the civil engineering and structural sectors. You'll act as the asset lead on 1-2 major projects with responsibility for delivering projects safely, driving the scope and delivery of infrastructure projects. 
 
You'll be based at either Immingham or Hull but with travel to all 4 ports in the area and should have a strong technical background and be able to understand the technical constraints of delivery. We have a number of refurbishment and new projects which feed into our operational delivery and also into our sustainability strategy Ready For Tomorrow. A strong proactive approach to HSE both day-to-day and built into project plans is essential, ideally you'll be qualified to NEBOSH level. 
 
Key requirements and experience
•    Educated to degree level in a relevant engineering focused subject
•    Ideally chartered or working towards 
•    Strong track record of technical project delivery – motivated by delivering enhanced project value
•    Hands on approach with a key focus on critical deliverables
•    Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to understand all functional drivers
•    Assertive of nature – able to challenge internal stakeholders in a positive and collaborative manner
•    Ability to operate in a ‘lean’ client model understanding the practical way forward to reach results
•    Experience with projects in a port environment and/or supply chain related industrial environment
•    Client Side Experience (Ideally) 
 
Why should you make ABP your first Port of call?
•    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 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 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, 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays – plus the option to purchase additional days), 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.

Additional Information:

When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.
Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.