Job Description

Join us at Forth Ports, an esteemed Port Authority that has risen to become the UK's third-largest Port Operator Group. We're not just a port operator; we're a dynamic, multimodal ports owner and operator, offering a vast array of port-related services to facilitate connections between the UK, Europe, and beyond.

 

Our recent pledge to achieve carbon neutrality by 2032 and Net Zero status by 2042 underscores our commitment to sustainability. Moreover, our substantial investments in infrastructure, port services, and towage highlight our dedication to supporting the expansion of the UK's renewable energy sector, particularly offshore wind. This is a pivotal moment to join our team as we embark on this transformative journey towards a greener future.

 

We have a new opportunity for an ISPS Administrator to join us at the Port of Tilbury on a part-time basis. You will be contracted to 21 hours per week, making up these hours between 9am-1:30pm, Monday-Friday.

About The Role

The International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code) is a comprehensive set of measures to enhance the security of ships and port facilities, developed in response to the perceived threats to ships and port facilities. Reporting to the Port Facility Security Officer, and working in the Ports pass office, you will be responsible for the issuing and administration of Port passes in line with the ISPS Code.

 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Inspect Port pass applications against specific required criteria

• Produce and issue Port passes

• Complete and maintain records on the Port pass database

• Allocate permissions to Port passes online with specific roles and access requirements

• Identify passes due for renewal, prepare and send out renewal letters

• Ensure records are kept and destroyed in line with GDPR requirements

• Produce reports for the PFSO and Chief of Police when required

• Report to the PFSO any lost passes, fraudulent applications or unreturned passes.

• Monitor stocks of passes and associated items to ensure required items do not run out

• Other general administration tasks in support of the ISPS function

 

What are we looking for?

• A good knowledge of the Port estate and general operations within each asset is desirable, but this can be facilitated by on-the-job training

• Good communication and customer service skills

• Ability to work alone or as part of a team

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

• Ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively

 

What can we offer you?

• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews

• Generous annual leave entitlement

• Defined pension scheme and life assurance

• Health promotion events and other employee wellbeing initiatives

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for employees and their family

• Cycle to work scheme

• Attractive Family Friendly Policies

• On site free parking

• Employee discount platform offering discounts on UK wide restaurants, car rentals and holidays

• GymFlex health club memberships

We value our people and our reputation, and know that having a diverse and robust workforce enables us to look for answers. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we will consider all applications for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

 

Skills Needed

About The Company

Over our 50 years of experience we have witnessed our ports grow to become important assets to support and deliver growth both for the UK and local economies. The growth impact has been achieved due to the continued investments in our infrastructure, making sure that our ports are able to continually develop their services and support the growth of many industries.Our people have played a significant role. They have delivered the highest quality of service through their expertise, loyalty and flexibility and, without them, we could not have built the strong reputation and the long term agreements with many customers that we have today.

Company Culture

Welcome to Forth Ports Careers. As a leading port operator, we employ over 1,100 people across our ports in Scotland and the Port of Tilbury in London.A career in a port business is very rewarding. There is real variety within each role and significant opportunities for promotion and career development. Don’t just take our word for it; view the “Some of our People” section and the video below to gain insight into the kinds of jobs our employees do, how they’ve grown with us, and what motivates them each day.The port business can be seen as a barometer for the economy and this drives us to be adaptable and fast paced as we identify new business opportunities.

Desired Criteria

Required Criteria

• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Closing DateFriday 30th August, 2024

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