Assistant Operations Manager

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.

Why would you work for ABP?

• Work within an exciting, innovative, growing business.
• You can thrive in an inclusive environment where every individual can be themselves and feel respected.
• Receive a 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 are looking for an Assistant Operations Manager to join our team to lead the operational teams in the Fertiliser Terminal’s this incorporates Immingham Bulk park and all bagging and forwarding operations.

Accountabilities

• Accountable for the management and development of a high performing, safety and productivity driven team made up of six Assistant Operations Managers.
• Responsible for weighbridge operators and up to 50 operatives plus agency staff who support workload demands above the core.
• Accountable for ensuring that all operations are planned, managed and executed in a safe, efficient and productive manner.
• Accountable for implementing and driving a sustainable health and safety and process safety focused culture.
• Accountable for the management and development of the operations team
• Ensures and improves the terminal’s general housekeeping standards are to the highest level.
• Responsible for leading and overseeing the day-to-day resolution of operational problems, including the development of long-term solutions, and contributing towards the implementation of Continuous Improvement and lean strategies across the operation.
• Meets and where possible exceed contractual service level agreements for all Immingham Fertiliser customers.
• Attends out-of-hour calls as required.

Skills, experiences, qualifications and competencies

• A full UK Driving license
• Strong and flexible communication skills to ensure the messages are understood by all
• Highly developed interpersonal skills to establish a strong relationship with senior managers, customers and external stakeholders.
• Experience of operating in a unionised environment would be highly beneficial although not essential.
• Proven ability in effectively managing, motivating, and developing teams (directly and indirectly employed workers), instilling skills and confidence.
• Previous experience of managing budgets and maximising operational efficiencies.
• Proven experience in managing competing demands e.g. day-to-day operations alongside specific projects.
• Proven focus on customer management.
• Experience of change management and business analytics - continuously reviewing and improving

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, 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), 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.