VTS Operator
Date: 3 Jul 2025
Location: Grimsby, Humber, GB
Company: ABP
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.
Join the Front Line of Maritime Safety on the River Humber!
Vessel Traffic Services Officer
Location: Humber Estuary – One of the UK’s Busiest and Most Strategic Waterways
Full-time | Shift-based
About the Role
Are you ready to take control of one of the most dynamic maritime environments in the UK? As a VTS Officer, you’ll be at the heart of operations on the River Humber, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of vessels through this vital commercial artery.
From oil tankers and cargo ships to ferries and fishing vessels, you’ll monitor and manage traffic using cutting-edge radar, IT, and communication systems. Every day brings new challenges—and you’ll be the calm, decisive voice guiding mariners through the port.
What You’ll Do
- Operate state-of-the-art VTS systems to monitor and manage vessel movements
- Communicate directly with ships to provide navigational advice and traffic coordination
- Respond to emergencies and incidents with precision and professionalism
- Collaborate with pilots, port authorities, and port users and other stakeholders
- Maintain detailed records and ensure compliance with international maritime regulations
What We’re Looking For
- A cool head under pressure and razor-sharp decision-making skills
- Excellent communication skills, self-motivated, and the ability to work effectively as part of a small team
- Experience in maritime or port operations, or in the Armed Forces in a communications or command and control role would be advantageous, but is not essential.
- A passion for safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a mission-critical team safeguarding one of the UK’s busiest estuaries
- Work in a high-tech control centre with panoramic views of the Humber
- Enjoy structured training, career progression, and support toward VTS qualifications
- Competitive salary, shift allowances, pension, and generous leave
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.
For further details and application forms please use this link https://careers.abports.co.uk//job-invite/7994/
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