Marina Manager (Maternity Cover) (Ipswich, Short Sea Ports, GB) bei Associated British Ports

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.

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences? Associated British Ports is seeking a proactive and commercially minded Marina Manager to oversee our vibrant marinas in Ipswich and Lowestoft.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of two thriving marinas. You’ll lead dedicated teams at each site, ensuring smooth operations, excellent guest satisfaction, and strong commercial performance. While marina experience is desirable, it’s not essential—what matters most is your ability to understand customers, inspire your team, and drive results.  A valid driving licence is required for this role.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and motivate teams at both marinas, fostering a culture of exceptional service and operational excellence.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, maintenance, and safety, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and company policies.
• Develop and implement business plans to maximise berth occupancy and generate new revenue streams.
• Build strong relationships with berth holders, visitors, and local stakeholders, acting as the main point of contact for all marina matters.
• Promote the marinas through events, marketing, and community engagement.
• Manage budgets, financial reporting, and supplier relationships.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership skills, ideally gained in a leisure, retail, or hospitality environment.
• A genuine passion for customer service and the ability to understand and anticipate customer needs.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Commercial acumen and a proactive approach to business development.
• Experience in facilities management is advantageous.
• Marina experience is a bonus, but not essential.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and generous benefits package, including employer pension, private health insurance, and 27 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays).
• The chance to make a real impact in a newly created role.
• Supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and progression.

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