Engineering Plant Operative

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.

Due to a pending retirement we're currently looking to recruit an Engineering Plant Operative to cover the 4 ports we operate in the Humber region. Whilst the majority of the work will be based out of Immingham, you will be required to travel to Hull on a regular basis every week. You'll be responsible for driving a 51m access platform as well as carrying out routine maintenance and checks on the plant You should hold a HGV Class C/Class 2 licence and will have experience of driving an engineering mobile crane. 

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 
-  Operate and maintain plant machinery and equipment across multiple port locations including 51m access platform and engineering mobile crane. 

-  Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure optimal performance and safety.

-  Collaborate with other team members to ensure efficient and effective operations.

-  Adhere to all health and safety regulations and company policies

-  Assist with the rigging and statutory inspection team duties. 

-  Ensure compliance with Health Safety and Environmental requirements and other legislation including contributing to the development and review of Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work and TBT’s as required.

-  Input into the ‘preventative maintenance’ programme within the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) as required in order that information may be both entered and retrieved, including the entering/creation of work orders for unplanned works.

Skills & Experience
-  A sound knowledge of Health & Safety legislation with experience of driving forward safety initiatives, audits and compliance

-  Service and Customer driven with good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate at all levels.

-  Pro-active approach with sound organisational and motivational skills.

-  Valid Class 2 (C) HGV licence

-  Valid IPAF 1B Licence

-  Proven experience in operating and maintaining plant machinery.

-  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

-  Flexibility to travel between ports and adapt to varying work schedules.

-  Excellent communication skills and attention to detail 

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.

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