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.
We're the largest port operator in the U.K. managing 21 ports around the country, all of which helps to support 119,000 jobs and contribute £7.5 billion to the economy every year, as we handle £150 billion of trade. Our Humber region is comprised for 4 ports in Hull, Goole, Grimsby and Immingham. Each port is unique in it's make up and the benefit it brings to the UK, and therefore offers their own engineering approach - whether the largest UK port by tonnage in Immingham to the one of the great historical ports of the UK in Grimsby. We're currently looking to recruit an Engineering Programme Manager to head up our projects team for the region. With overall responsibility for asset management projects up to £20m and managing a team of 7 project engineers, you'll have demonstrable knowledge of OPEX project delivery within a large mixed purpose industrial environment
You'll be responsible for leading the overall direction of engineering projects team which encompasses Civil, Mechanical or Electrical technical disciplines. You'll ensure the team has an aligned and agreed view of their performance delivery expectations and of their role within the projects team. You'll provide leadership and coaching to the team and be responsible for their CPD, reviews and that the team is motivated and mentored to a high standard.
Why should you make ABP your first Port of call?
- 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 competitive salary and benefits package
- Get support for training, personal development and further education
- Benefit from support and engagement through dedicated management and leadership
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure projects have detailed plans articulating scope, concept and project design, along with consideration of risk with relevant plans to manage and minimise the risk.
- Prepare and supervise the preparation of tender documentation/specifications and lead contract and contractor management.
- Work closely with other ABP departments, customers, Government Agencies and Planning Authorities.
- Controlling contractors, consultants and legal advisors involved in the projects, ensuring quality and programme adherence.
- Work with Asset Managers and the Head of Engineering and Asset Management to provide technical support and advice in relation to the capital investment plan. To include providing recommendations, feasibility studies, specifications, cost and timeline estimates.
- Management and control of the capital expenditure budget, ensuring project finances are measured and tracked against the approved project budget. Reconciling spend versus budget on a regular basis and as required show actual spend, committed spend and estimate to completion. Also ensuring potential cost saving ideas do not adversely affect the overall quality of the project and/or its delivery.
- Promote a successful Health & Safety culture, striving towards the company’s Beyond Zero behavioural safety ambitions and acting as a role model for this. Ensuring compliance with Health, Safety & Environment policies & procedures at all times.
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.
