Radio Operator

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.

Marine Radio Operator – Port of Immingham

Location: Immingham Dock
Contract: Shift-based – Permanent
Department: Marine Operations, Port of Immingham

Closing date: 5th March 2026

Associated British Ports (ABP) is the UK’s leading ports group, helping to keep Britain trading every day. We now have an excellent opportunity for a Marine Radio Operator to join our Marine Department at the Port of Immingham.

This is a pivotal role within our 24/7 operational environment, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of vessels through clear communication, accurate information sharing, and effective control of lock operations. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced setting and have a strong interest in the marine or port industry, we’d love to hear from you.  Please note this is a shift based role with 12 hour days and nights.  Two days/two nights followed by four off, repeated five times, and then 14 days off. 

The Role

As a Marine Radio Operator, you will be responsible for providing professional radio communications, operational coordination, and control-room support to ensure safe port marine operations. Working closely with Pilots, PEC Holders, VTS Humber, the Duty ADM and Marine Supervisors, you will help maintain the smooth flow of vessel movements in and around the port of Immingham.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating operational information to support port marine operations.


• Maintaining effective communication with Pilots, PEC Holders, vessels entering or leaving the port, and those transiting the Humber.


• Liaising closely with VTS Humber to monitor and support vessel movements.


• Providing up‑to‑date marine operational information to internal teams, agents, customers and visiting vessels.


• Operating CCTV systems to monitor vessel activity and record incidents or damage.


• Operating the Lock Control and impounding systems for Immingham enclosed Dock in accordance with established procedures.


• Inputting and managing operational data via the PAVIS system.


• Managing access control to restricted areas including the lockside, East and West lead‑in jetties and the dock office building.


• Initiating the Marine Response and safety alert system when directed during major marine incidents.

About You

We are looking for someone who is safety‑focused, calm under pressure, and comfortable working as part of a team in a critical operational environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Good general education with strong literacy and numeracy.


• Knowledge and experience of port or marine operations.


• Understanding of lock and jetty marine activities.


• Awareness of Health & Safety principles and a proactive approach to safety.


• Basic understanding of port emergency and oil spill response processes.


• Familiarity with correct radio communication protocol and associated equipment.


• Basic IT skills and experience using computer systems, ideally including ABP systems and PAVIS.


• Ability to maintain effective communication in routine and emergency situations.


• Flexibility to respond to changing operational demands.


• Must reside within reasonable travel time of Immingham and the Humber Ports.


• Commitment to protecting the port environment and safe operations.

Ideal (Desirable) Qualifications

• IOSH Working Safely or NEBOSH Health & Safety Certificate.


• Radio communication qualifications (GMDSS/VHF).


• Marine certificate of competency.


• Knowledge of ABP policies, procedures and the Humber river environment.


• First aid qualification and a clean driving licence.


• Experience of managing emergency situations.


• Completion of the ABP Marine Radio Operator Training Book.

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