Port Planner

Overview

As Port Planner, you will contribute to multi-cargo port masterplans, feasibility studies and due diligence for greenfield and brownfield developments worldwide. You join a collaborative Ports & Maritime team delivering integrated layouts and business plans, coordinating with advisory, engineering and environmental colleagues. You’ll drive digitalisation using PRIME while supporting other team members and client relationships. This role offers global project exposure, site visits, and opportunities to develop your skills within an inclusive culture.

Pay / Benefits

• work-life balance
• hybrid working policy
• Thrive programme and Virtual GP service
• gymflex scheme
• menopause support package
• flexible working arrangements and additional leave options

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with client organisations to achieve project goals
• Coordinate between disciplines and project stakeholders
• Deliver master planning and terminal planning in greenfield and brownfield contexts
• Undertake port capacity studies, audits, and capacity analyses as part of due diligence
• Drive digitalisation through the PRIME tool and broader digital delivery efforts
• Build relationships with Key Client Managers and contribute to continuous improvement
• Foster a positive safety culture within the team and with stakeholders
• Mentor others and support cross-team collaboration

Key requirements

• BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering or related qualification
• Prior experience in planning container terminals, offshore wind ports and/or bulk facilities
• Chartership status with a professional association or advanced project/portfolio management qualification (e.g., ChPP, PMP)
• Extensive experience in a ports and maritime environment

• Strong analytical abilities
• Collaborative mindset
• Stakeholder management
• Experience with port planning and/or simulation tools (desirable)
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Familiarity with PRIME (in-house master planning tool)

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