Radio Operator

Job description
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.

We are looking for a Radio Operator to join the team in the Immingham Marine Control Centre. The role involves establishing and maintaining communications withal vessels using the port and operating the lock control system.

Accountabilities
• Co-ordination of the operational information as required by the Duty Assistant Dock Master, with the Marine Supervisors, to complete port marine operations.
• Communication and liaison with Pilots and PEC Holders on vessels in transit to/from the Port of Immingham and passing the port area.
• Close liaison with VTS Humber to monitor shipping movements.
• Provide current marine operational information as requested to Pilots, PEC Holders, Agents and customers.
• CCTV operation to monitor vessels entering or leaving the enclosed dock or using river berths and the reporting/recording of any incident or damage occurred.
• Operation of the Lock Operating control system.
• Operation of the dock impounding system.
• Collation and input of operational data into the PAVIS vessel management system.
• Responsible for the security access control to the lockside, East & West lead-in jetties and the dock office building.
• Assist with coordinated response in the event of an incident or emergency.

Essentials
• Knowledge and experience of port operations and marine industry.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge and experience of radio equipment and procedures.
• Pro-active attitude to Health & Safety.
• Knowledge of the Port Emergency and Oil Spill Response Plans.
• Flexible approach to rapidly changing work requirements.
• Proficient in IT.
• Able to work within a team dealing with emergency situations.

Desirable
• Formal Radio qualifications

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

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