Port Operator - Plymouth, United Kingdom - Associated British Ports

Associated British Ports

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Plymouth, United Kingdom

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Description

Date:16-Feb-2023

Location:
Plymouth, GB

Company:

ABP
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.

Fixed Term Contract

Purpose
To actively 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

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.