Port Operative - Industrial Cleaning

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 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 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

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team at one of the UK's busiest ports? ABP Immingham is seeking a dedicated and hardworking Port Operator - Industrial Cleaner to help maintain our high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Accountabilities

• Ensuring that conveyor belts and related machinery are free from debris and contaminants to maintain smooth operation.
• Keeping the entire site clean and orderly, which includes sweeping, mopping, and disposing of waste properly.
• Conducting assessments to ensure compliance with relevant data regulations and legislation. This might involve checking records, ensuring data accuracy, and reporting any discrepancies.
• Engaging in more intensive cleaning tasks that might involve heavy machinery, hazardous materials, or specialised cleaning agents.
• Using personal protective equipment (PPE) that provides airflow, such as respirators to ensure safety and comfort while working in potentially confined or hazardous environments

Skills & Experience 

• Experience in industrial or commercial cleaning is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with operating industrial cleaning equipment such as power washers, floor scrubbers, and vacuums
• Experience in adhering to health and safety regulations, especially in an industrial setting.
• Ability to perform thorough cleaning and maintenance tasks, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Capability to handle physically demanding tasks, including working at heights and in various weather conditions
• Good verbal and written communication skills to report any deficiencies or needs for repairs

Shift Pattern

• 2 days, 3 nights, then 4 off
• 3 days, 2 nights, then 5 off
• 2 days, 2 nights, then 5 off

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, 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.

Closing Date for applications: 3rd October 2025

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