Resource Co-Ordinator

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.

Why should you work for ABP?

• 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 a competitive salary and benefits package.


• Get support for training, personal development, and further education.


• Benefit from support and engagement through dedicated management and leadership.

We are looking for a Resource Coordinator to support the day-to-day planning and coordination within a busy operational environment. The role focuses on resource planning, absence management, onboarding processes, and ensuring employees are supported in line with company procedures and contractual agreements.

This position is being offered as a 13-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover.

Working Hours: The role is based on a Monday to Friday working pattern, covering 40 hours per week from 08:00am to 16:00pm, with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the daily and strategic planning activities within the IP department


• Assist in maximising operational resource availability across the Humber


• Manage and monitor employee absences, ensuring processes and procedures are followed correctly


• Conduct return-to-work meetings and support difficult or sensitive conversations with professionalism and empathy


• Coordinate occupational health appointments and medical bookings


• Support onboarding and leavers processes from start to finish


• Maintain accurate data input and employee records


• Ensure GDPR compliance and confidentiality at all times


• Provide administrative support across operational resource planning


• Help guide employees in line with contractual agreements and company policies

What We’re Looking For

• Strong administrative and organisational skills


• Excellent attention to detail


• Confident communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive situations professionally


• Compassionate, empathetic, and resilient approach


• Ability to manage workload without becoming overwhelmed


• Good understanding of confidentiality and GDPR requirements


• Experience dealing with absence management or employee relations would be advantageous


• Mental health awareness or training would be beneficial


• Previous experience within coordination, planning, HR, or operational support roles is desirable

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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