The Port of Dover is closing the gap every day between the UK and the world by connecting trade, travel, visitors and communities locally-globally, collaborating with local and international partners to create a more seamless, sustainable and tech-enabled port. As the UK's busiest international ferry port and a vital gateway for the movement of people and trade, Dover handles £144 billion of trade per year, 33% of UK trade in goods with the EU and welcomes over 11 million passengers. Dover is also an award-winning cruise port, delivering world class travel and visitor experiences to the most prestigious cruise lines.

With a growing and diversifying cargo business operating from state-of-the-art facilities, a brand-new marina which is a major feature of the exciting waterfront development, and opportunities for further expansion in the future, Dover's proud history dating back 400 years has a new modern twist.\"

Job Summary

This is a great opportunity for someone with a keen interest in pursuing a career within Human Resources or Learning and Development. With the appropriate on the job training, supervision and guidance, you will provide support and assist in the efficient provision of the Human Resourcesfunction, delivering confidential, high quality and proactive services to our customers.

This position is to commence in September 2024, with an expected duration of 18 months.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 GCSEs or equivalent Grades 4, or above include Maths and English
• An understanding of business administration principles
• Experience of handling confidential information/material and a good understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the workplace within a Human Resources department
• Experience in working with people, and developing relationships
• Experience with computerised systems to include producing reports
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office 365
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ideally live within easy reach of Dover or have means of transport

Interviews will take place July 2024

Closing date Friday 28th June 2024

Benefits:

• Working within a very diverse multi-disciplined environment
• Exciting place to work
• Working with a fantastic team
• You will have your own mentor that will help you in achieving your goals
• You will have your own training plan to grow your own skills set

If that does not entice you, we also offer:

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Generous contributory pension scheme
• Private Health Care
• Free parking

All offers of employment are subject to us obtaining satisfactory references (covering all education, training, employment and unemployment in the preceding 5 years) and there will be a pre-employment medical including a Drug and Alcohol test. We need to satisfy your Right to Work in the UK.

Please be aware that all employees will be subject to background security checks in order to obtain a Dock Pass.

We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone is looking after each other and respected, included and able to perform at their best.