AddressWe’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.
Are you ready to embark on an exciting maritime career that blends the worlds of engineering and marine operations? Associated British Ports (ABP) are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Deckhand (Maintenance) to work on our Spartina Workboat, at the prestigious Port of Southampton. If you're passionate about the sea, possess a strong engineering acumen, and are eager to contribute to the efficient functioning of a bustling port, we want to hear from you!
Purpose
Reporting into the Technician & Maritime Team Leader, you will be responsible operating as the deck hand on the dedicated maintenance workboat Spartina. Under the day-to-day supervision of the Spartina coxswain, the role includes the carrying out of basis boat maintenance, preparation for seaborne taskings and the operation of the boats auxiliary systems when on task.
You will deliver a competent crewman to the coxswain of the Spartina to enable the safe and efficient operation of maintenance and repair tasks across the maritime assets. Some working outside of normal hours may be required when operating outside of the limits of Southampton Water due to tide and current restrictions. Travel outside of the port limits of Southampton will be required due to the range of tasks Spartina takes on.
Key Accountabilities
• Ensuring Health and Safety policies are always adhered to.
• Managing contractors on a day-to-day basis for planned and reactive maintenance tasks and larger projects.
• Building Stakeholder relationships both internal and external, meeting and striving to exceed their expectations.
• Responsible for the planning and coordination of work tasks in the port of Southampton
• Effectively communicate with all relevant internal departments and external Customers to ensure work tasks are undertaken with minimal disruption to Operations.
• Ensuring that ABP remain compliant by completing various work activities by a deadline.
• Ensuring all Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work are up to date and relevant.
About you
You will be a self-motivated, hard-working individual who can acquire new skills and ways of working quickly. You should have a customer focussed approach to allow you to not only meet but exceed expectations. The key to your success will be communication, this is often a standalone role. It is critical you have the confidence to take control, influence and negotiate.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
Essential
• NVQ 2 Qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant Engineering discipline
• Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience operating in a maritime environment.
• Good working knowledge of Health & Safety requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a small team, often in isolation.
• Self-motivated, able to work on own initiative.
• Good communication skills both written and oral.
• Negotiation skills and tenacity, ability to multitask in a fast-moving environment.
• The ability to work under pressure to meet set deadlines.
Ideal
• IOSH
• RYA Powerboat Level 2
• Maritime Immediate Emergency Care (Saviour Medical)
• Short Range Certificate (RYA SRC)
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.
