Associated British Ports

Marine Information Officer

Associated British Ports  •  Grimsby, GB (Onsite)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description

We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 19 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.

Role: Marine Information Officer

Location: Grimsby, Humber

Contract: Fixed-term maternity cover

Reports to: Marine Information Officer Lead

Shift Pattern: 24/7 (Full driving licence required)

Closing Date: 13th November 2026

Are you ready to play a vital role at the heart of Humber’s marine operations? We’re seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Marine Information Officer to join our team in Grimsby. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love working with people, and have a passion for maritime operations, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

What You’ll Do

  • Keep the Humber moving: Accurately input vessel data into our Port and Vessel Information System (PAVIS) and ensure pilots are allocated to vessels efficiently.
  • Be the communication hub: Liaise with agents, vessel masters, pilots, and Vessel Traffic Services to keep everyone informed and operations running smoothly.
  • Master logistics: Organise pilot transportation, supervise vehicle maintenance, and support the Marine Ops team.
  • Share vital information: Collate and disseminate reports, statistics, and updates to river users, dock masters, shipping agents, and more.
  • Support in emergencies: Be ready to assist the VTS team and Marine Management during incidents and emergencies.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

  • Excellent IT skills (Windows, Microsoft Excel)
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities
  • Calm under pressure and adaptable to changing priorities
  • Willingness to work a 24/7 shift pattern
  • Full driving licence

Desirable:

  • Marine background or knowledge of the Humber, Trent, and Ouse rivers

Why Join Us?

  • Be at the centre of Humber’s marine operations
  • Work with a supportive, experienced team
  • Develop your skills in a unique and rewarding environment
  • Make a real impact on the safety and efficiency of our busy estuary

Want to see what it’s like to work for the UK’s largest port operator? Our virtual work experience programme gives you an inside look at trade, sustainability, safety, and careers in one of the UK’s most vital indutries- https://www.talentxp.co.uk/track/e2e029cd

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

Associated British Ports

About Associated British Ports

ABP is the UK’s leading ports group. We proudly serve our customers and our communities in the pursuit of our ambitious missions which are ‘Keeping Britain Trading’ and ‘Enabling the Energy Transition’. These are underpinned by a strong commitment to safety, sustainability and our people.

Our network of 21 ports handles ~ one quarter of the UK’s seaborne trade, and ~ £157 billion of UK trade annually. Our ports include Immingham, the UK’s largest port by tonnage, and Southampton, the nation’s number one export port, handling £40 billion of UK exports each year.

ABP is an essential partner for the Offshore Wind industry, providing Operations and Maintenance (O&M) for over 50% of the sector’s activity, as well as building infrastructure in facilities like Green Port Hull, a joint investment with SGRE, the largest Offshore Wind blade manufacturer, and LEEF (Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility).

ABP is delivering on its green ambitions through decarbonising its operations, supporting customers in building more sustainable supply chains, and investing in infrastructure to realise future renewable energy generation. Since 2014, it has reduced its CO2 emissions by over 38%.

ABP’s vast freehold bank and ports are ready to support the drive towards achieving the nation’s target of net zero emissions by 2050.

The group’s other activities incl:

ABP Property: Property division, with an unrivalled land bank spanning 21 multi-modal locations around the country, and 960 hectares of port-based development land.

ABPmer: Marine and hydrographic company, with 60 years of experience, providing specialist marine environmental research and consultancy services.

UK Dredging: Port maintenance and dredging service.

Our ports are: Ayr, Barrow, Barry, Cardiff, Fleetwood, Garston, Goole, Grimsby, Hull, Immingham, Ipswich, King's Lynn, Lowestoft, Newport, Plymouth, Port Talbot, Silloth, Southampton, Swansea, Teignmouth and Troon

Industry
Transportation & Logistics
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
1962
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