Guernsey Harbour

Careers

We offer a diverse range of careers opportunities across our various departments. Whether you work in operations, engineering, Technical Services, projects, estate management, commercial and business development, customer service, business support or finance, every single person and what they do really counts.

Our people perform at their best wherever they work across our extremely varied operations. They know that doing a great job really counts. In looking for a great team, we welcome the abilities, attitude and unique contribution that you'd bring, and we'd support you to develop, realise your potential and perform at your best.

If you are interested in any of our current vacancies, or would like to discuss future career opportunities within Guernsey Ports, please contact us via email: portscareers@gov.gg

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Current Vacancies

Airside Operations and Groundskeeping Officer

Are you passionate about aviation and enjoy working outdoors? Join our team and help keep Guernsey's skies safe! 
This role involves a wide range of responsibilities:

Airside Operations. Conduct regular operational runway inspections and audits, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing wildlife control measures.

Groundskeeping. Help to maintain the airport grounds including mowing and habitat control.
Safety. Conduct security checks and monitor access to the airfield.
Emergency Response. Prepare for and assist with emergency response procedures.

To be successful in this role, you will need a strong work ethic, a willingness to work in all weather conditions and have a full driving licence.

We will support you to achieve relevant qualifications and certifications (such as a firearms and pesticide applicator licenses)

Interested? Please contact Austin Woodrow, Airside Operations Manager, on 01481 221255 or email: Austin.Woodrow2@gov.gg to find out more. 

Apply here by 20 June 2025: States of Guernsey Careers: Airside Operations and Groundskeeping Officer (93952)

 

Business Support Officer 

Are you a well-organised administration professional looking for a change of scenery? We are recruiting a Business Support Officer to join our team at Guernsey Ports!

Working across Guernsey Harbours and Guernsey Airport, we are looking for someone who is well-organised with great interpersonal skills.

Our Business Support Officers are at the heart of what we do, and you’ll work closely with our harbours and airport teams.

The role has great variety, with responsibilities including:

Processing security passes at the airport and harbours, ensuring that applications meet regulatory requirements.

Organising meetings, drafting agendas, producing minutes and recording action points
Recording various forms of aviation and maritime data, both manually and through the Ports operational management system
Creating purchase orders for equipment, supplies and services, ensuring good value for money

This role offers a competitive salary, on-site parking and office space overlooking our harbours and airfield. 

The salary range is £35,614 - £46,339, depending on experience. 

Apply here by 23 June 2025: States of Guernsey Careers: Ports Business Support Officer (93731)

 

Airport Air Traffic Engineer

We are looking for an Airport Air Traffic Engineer to join the team at Guernsey Ports.

The post holder will be expected to provide ground-based support services to the Air Navigation Services Provider (ANSP) at both Guernsey and Alderney Airports, and as a trained and competent Air Traffic Safety Electronics Personnel (ATSEP), provide support and ensure the integrity of those electronic and computer-based systems.

The salary range is £50,734 - £62,043 per annum (+32.5% consolidation pay upon completion of ATSEP Training)

Interested? Please contact Adrian Clough, Manager of Air Traffic Engineering, on 01481 222133 or email: adrian.clough@gov.gg to find out more. 

 

Chief Commercial and Business Development Officer 

Guernsey Ports is seeking an exceptional Chief Commercial & Business Development Officer to drive strategic growth, maximise commercial opportunities, and oversee infrastructure development across Guernsey's harbours and airport. 

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a high-profile leadership role.

The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping commercial strategy, identifying new revenue streams, and ensuring the efficient management of assets and infrastructure. 

We need a dynamic and strategic leader with:
✔ Extensive experience in commercial strategy and business development
✔ A proven track record of leading large-scale capital projects
✔ Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills
✔ The ability to drive innovation and operational excellence

Interested? Apply here: States of Guernsey Careers: Chief Commercial and Business Development Officer (93388) or contact Guernsey Ports MD Ross Coppolo on Ross.Coppolo@ports.gg for more information.