Port Operator

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.

Start date: January 2025

Salary: Competitive salary + shift allowance

We are looking to recruit a Port Operative to join our team in Plymouth to engage in the mooring/unmooring of vessels, the movement of vehicles and passengers through the Port, operating plant, and equipment safely and responsibly.

Accountabilities

• To work safely and responsibly in all aspects of the role. Assist in the compilation of Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work and participate in Tool Box Talks
• Authorised to take part in mooring/unmooring operations and to operate cargo handling plant and port infrastructure including Front Loading shovels, Fork Lift Trucks, Skidsteers, telehandlers, tugmasters, RoRo ramp and passenger access bridge.
• To work as part of the ferry handling team and assist in general port operations and stevedoring.
• Ensure good housekeeping on the Port as directed by supervisors
• Work flexibly to permit full operational benefit of labour

Skills, experiences, qualifications, and competencies

Essential

• To work in compliance with the ABP Safety, Environmental and Security policies
• Aptitude to learn new skills and have a flexible outlook
• Ability to fit into and enhance the existing Plymouth operations team
• Be physically fit and be able to carry out manual tasks

Ideal

• Existing Licence holder for operational plant
• Previous experience of working in a port or other similar marine environment

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 – 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.