Job Title: Marine Systems Officer
Location: Port of Grangemouth
Hours: 0900-1700 Monday - Thursday, 0900-1600 Friday
Compensation: £37,296
Forth Ports is one of the UK's largest and most dynamic port operator groups, playing a key role in connecting the UK with Europe and beyond. As a multimodal ports owner and operator, we are at the forefront of delivering innovative port-related services. With our recent pledge to achieve carbon neutrality by 2032 and Net Zero status by 2042, we are committed to sustainability and driving the expansion of the UK's renewable energy sector, particularly offshore wind. Now is an exciting time to join our team as we embark on this transformative journey towards a greener future.
About The Role
As Marine Systems Officer, you will support the design, installation, operation and maintenance of marine systems across the port network, ensuring they perform safely, efficiently and in compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Working closely with technical teams, suppliers and operational stakeholders, you will contribute to system upgrades, maintenance programmes, troubleshooting activities and continuous improvement initiatives. You will also support data analysis, reporting and training activities, helping to enhance system reliability, operational performance and compliance while promoting a strong safety culture throughout the organisation.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Ensure the safe operation, maintenance and performance of all marine systems.
* Work with technical teams and provide expert guidance on system operation and upgrades.
* Plan and oversee system installation, refit and upgrade projects, including involvement in user testing.
* Implement preventive maintenance schedules.
* Manage budgets and supplier relationships.
* Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly.
* Support data analysis and reporting activities.
* Drive innovation and continuous improvement in marine systems.
* Support training on marine systems.
What are we looking for?
We are seeking a proactive and technically minded individual with a keen interest in marine systems, technology and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will be able to build effective working relationships, analyse information, solve problems and support the delivery of reliable and efficient marine operations.
Skills and experience required:
* Ability to gain a working knowledge of Forth Ports Marine Systems and proficiency in relevant IT packages.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and Power BI, with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new marine systems.
* Ability to support data analysis and reporting activities, including extracting, interpreting and presenting information from marine systems to inform operational and compliance requirements.
* Willingness to develop an understanding of Port and River Byelaws, General Directions and other relevant statutory and operational information.
* Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work across technical teams, suppliers, and operational partners, supported by clear and accurate technical reporting.
* Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive, detail-focused approach to planning, prioritising workloads, and driving efficient systems performance and improvement.
* Full right to work in the UK
* Full driving licence, valid in the UK.
What can Forth Ports offer you?
At Forth Ports, our people are our priority, and we are committed to creating a flexible, open, and supportive working culture. As part of our team, you will enjoy
* A competitive salary
* Group Bonus
* Generous annual leave entitlement
* Defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16.5% joint contribution plus life assurance at 4x salary
* Health promotion events and employee wellbeing initiatives to support your physical and mental wellbeing
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing free, confidential 24/7 telephone support for you and your family
* On-site Occupational Health Team with access to professional support and referrals to services such as counselling, physiotherapy and free flu jabs
* An annual Christmas thank you gift of a complimentary turkey or meat-free alternative for all employees
* GymFlex health club memberships offering discounted access to gyms including Nuffield Health, PureGym, Anytime Fitness, The Gym Group, and selected local gyms
* Cycle to Work scheme to support affordable, sustainable commuting
* On-site free parking available for all employees
* Attractive family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity cover
* Employee discount platform providing savings on UK-wide restaurants, retail, car rentals, days out, and holidays
We value diversity and inclusivity, and we are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will consider all applications for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.
We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and recognise the value serving personnel, veterans, reservists, and military families bring to our organisation.
As a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, we are committed to ensuring that members of the Armed Forces community are treated fairly and are not disadvantaged in their civilian careers because of their service.
We welcome applications from veterans, reservists, cadet force adult volunteers, and military spouses/partners, and we actively support flexible and inclusive recruitment practices.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter when submitting your application via the ‘Apply Now’ link.
Required Criteria
* Strong IT and data analysis skills, including Microsoft Office and Power BI, with the ability to learn new marine systems quickly
* Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills, with experience supporting system performance, maintenance and continuous improvement
* Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across technical teams, suppliers and operational partners
* Full right to work in the UK
* Full driving license, valid in the UK
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.
Company Benefits
We are committed to creating a positive working culture for all employees, as well as a good work-life balance.
Here are just some of the benefits of working for Forth Ports.
Vacation, Paid time off, Paid sick days, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, Cycle to work, Competitive salary, Employee Assistance Scheme
Salary
£37,296.00 per year