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.
Are you a marine professional looking to work as part of a dedicated team providing consultancy services to the ports, harbours and maritime sector?
We are seeking a Senior Maritime Consultant to join ABPmer focused on project management and delivery. Working alongside other maritime specialists, you will be involved in all stages of a project from tender preparation and delivery to ongoing client support.
You will also be engaging with other teams in ABP and multidisciplinary consultancies, providing specialist advice and input to projects concerning proposed developments and operations.
As we deliver varied projects throughout the UK and overseas, some of our project work requires site-visits and working away from home for extended periods (circa two weeks).
Maritime Operational Knowledge
* Aids to Navigation, purpose and placement
* Passage planning (creation and review skills)
* Towage plan (creation and review skills)
* Vessel traffic management, under MGN 401
* Port regulatory and legislative understanding
* Appreciation of Port/Marine Facility risk controls
* Understanding of dredge methods and practice
* Understanding of port/marine construction methods and practice
Technical Report Writing
* Proven ability to write technical content
* Proofreading and technical review experience
* Expert witness (desirable)
* Managing enquiries and preparing proposal documents
* Business development including attending conferences and networking
* Continuous improvement of techniques and tools
Additional Requirements
* Degree level education
* A driving licence (travel is an expectation)
* Excellent time-management, organisational and prioritisation skills.
About Us
We are ABPmer, a marine consultancy and survey company that specialises in understanding one of the most complex environments on earth.
Known for our technical ability, professionalism and service excellence, we have been helping clients sustainably manage, operate and develop in the marine environment for more than 70 years. Based in Southampton, our support and advice is used around the world.
As well as a generous leave, salary and pension package, we know there is more to life than work. That’s why our working practices and benefits are based on supporting your well-being so you can enjoy your time in and out of work.
Applications
ABPmer is part of Associated British Ports Holdings Limited; please apply via the link below, which will take you to Associated British Ports website.
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.
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