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

We are looking for a port operative to join our team to ensure ABP’s direct operations and agreed customer requirements are met, working in line with; acceptable behavioural safety standards, KPI Targets, environmental compliance, and quality standards. Optimising performance and continually improving the operation.

Accountabilities

• Participate in any training deemed necessary in order to improve individual skills and knowledge and efficiency of the company. 
• Subject to suitable training operate Plant and Equipment (including Pre Start checks), during vessel loading /discharging and cargo storage operations.
• To actively promote ABP’s safety and environmental culture and ensure compliance with Health Safety and Environmental requirements and other legislation including contributing to the development and review of Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work.
• To carry out the job role in accordance with Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work and to actively participate in Tool Box Talks.
• Where relevant, understand and ensure targets are met ensuring that targets and operations remain continuous around safe and timely handover of shifts.
• Cleaning of equipment and site as required and assisting in various other port duties (some of which may be of a physical nature and may include working at height).
• Take an active approach in identifying improvements and opportunities to the Operational plan, safety and environment.
• Foster good working relationships with other Port users, tenants and customers. Act as an ABP role model at all times.
• Actively work towards ABP’s 6 strategic pillars – Putting customers first, creating a great workplace, working safely and sustainably, continual improvement, providing effective infrastructure & being good neighbours.
• Have a proactive approach towards ABP’s values – Honesty & Openness, Teamwork & Respect, Making a Difference, Exceeding Expectations, Health & Safety

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Pro-active attitude to Health and Safety and a willingness to contribute to/improve Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work.
• Experience of working in a busy & fast paced environment with the ability to work towards set targets.
• Full UK driving (car) licence and must have own transport.

Ideal

• A willingness to attain Port Operations to NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent
• Numeracy and Literacy skills
• Ability to navigate IT equipment eg smart phone,  hand held terminals etc
• Experience of operating plant & equipment preferably in a similar industrial environment (Cranedriving and Cargo Lashing would be particularly advantageous)
• Previous experience of contributing to Risk Assessment and Safe Systems of Work would be advantageous

The role comes with a competitive salary, a contributory pension from day one (Starting at 8% with a 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), a wide range of discounts/cash back with high street and online retailers. We offer an inclusive work environment with a very training strong academy that 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.