Business Support Officer-Operational Planning

The Corporation of Trinity House; Tendring; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime organization is seeking a Business Support Officer for Operational Planning in Harwich. The role involves supporting the planning of marine assets to ensure safe navigation around the coast. The ideal candidate will have excellent IT and communication skills, as well as financial experience. This position offers a salary range of £26,631 - £28,229 for a 37-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills to support operational planning.
• Excellent communication abilities for stakeholder liaison.
• Experience in managing budgets and financial records.

Responsibilities

• Support planning of marine and aviation assets.
• Coordinate functions to keep services running effectively.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent IT skills

Good written communication skills

Good oral communication skills

Financial and budgeting experience

Education

Level 2 qualifications in relevant functional skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Business Support Officer-Operational Planning – Permanent – Harwich. Salary: £26,631.00 - £28,229.00 per annum (Successful candidates will be appointed on the starting salary of this range). 37 hours per week

Trinity House works for the benefit and safety of all mariners as a General Lighthouse Authority and maritime charity. Our people are central to our reputation as a leading maritime organisation, as is our commitment as an employer to developing the skills, capabilities and potential of our workforce.

Responsibilities

As our Business Support Officer, you'll be at the heart of providing our marine aids to navigation services through supporting the planning of our marine and aviation assets to keep a wide range of buoys, lighthouses and light vessels fully operational, playing a key role in keeping shipping safe around our coasts.

You'll be a great organiser, playing a key role in keeping a vital 24/7/365 service running effectively and efficiently through supporting a team of expert marine and aviation planners and operations officers. Adept at providing business and management support to a busy team, you'll be comfortable organising and coordinating a wide range of functions as well as being a great communicator in liaising with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualifications in relevant functional skills
• Excellent IT skills, including MS Office products
• Good written and oral communication skills coupled with financial and budgeting experience

Additional information

Click here to view the role profile.

Interview date: week commencing 3rd November 2025

We welcome qualified individuals to apply and we look forward to reviewing your applications for this exciting opportunity. We are committed to equity within a respectful, diverse and inclusive environment.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete the online application process, by submitting your CV along with a supporting statement, evidencing how you meet the role requirements.