LPS Operator

Associated British Ports
📍 Ipswich, England, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 20, 2026

Job Description

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.

We are looking for an ONS Operator to run the LPS and Lock function within the Port of Ipswich and to remotely support the marine function in Kings Lynn.

Accountabilities

  • Maintain Local Port Services functions at Ipswich including

  • 24hr port VHF radio and port ‘front desk’ telephone cover

  • Arrange Pilotage, towage, mooring and pilotage transport as required.

  • Safely operate the Ipswich Lock

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    Job Details

    • Location Ipswich, England
    • Job Type Full-time
    • Category Material Moving Workers
    • Posted Date June 20, 2026
    • Application Deadline July 30, 2026