Engineering Data Controller

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.

Our Wales & Short Sea Ports (WSSP) division is the largest in terms of number of Ports comprising 16 of our 21 Ports. These ports are spread across East Anglia, Wales, South West, North West and Scotland and includes key Ports for British trade such as Cardiff, Ipswich and the Royal Port of Barrow. We're currently looking to recruit an experienced Data Controller to sit within the Engineering Planning team in Newport. You'll be responsible for tracking all engineering assets across the 16 ports, maintaining their record within our computerised system and ensuring the data and maintenance record is up to date. 
 
Ideally you'll have experience of working with a CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System), but we are also keen to speak with candidates who have strong database or excel skills who have worked in roles involving the recording and updating of data. 
 
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 competitive salary and benefits package.
•    Get support for training, personal development and further education.
•    Benefit from support and engagement through dedicated management and leadership

Accountabilities
•    Accountable for ensuring all policies, legal requirements and best practices are developed (in a means that is both practical and deliverable at Port level) and fully implemented by the Port management across W&SSP.
•    Accountable for the asset documentation gap analysis.
•    Accountable for the storage of asset risk mitigation plans.
•    Continuous alignment across W&SSP to use standardised procedures.
•    Accountable for the correct use of the documentation storage, agree and achieve a standard approach across W&SSP.
•    Implementation and operation of development and continuous improvement projects and deliver any training required.
•    Mentor and coach the W&SSP team(s) in asset storage management.

Skills & Experience
•    A good understanding of MS package and competent IT skills.
•    Detailed and working knowledge of Computer-aided technologies
•    Up to date in the latest technological developments.
•    Full Driving Licence 
•    Ideally knowledge of Mainsaver or similar CMMS

The role comes with a competitive salary, contributory pension from day one (Starting at 8% with 2% company match up to 18%), private healthcare, access to our Employee Assistance Program, 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and increasing with service), wide range of discounts/cash back with high street and online retailers. We offer an inclusive work environment with a very training strong 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.

As part of our recruitment process, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please note your consent will be required and further information on this check can be found using the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels