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Welcome to AV Dawson's careers portal. We are one of the region's largest family businesses and our people are at the heart of what we do.

It’s not just about our great location and exceptional facilities – it’s the variety of careers available here the AV Dawson Group that makes us stand out. From finance to fitting, there is a career to suit almost everyone.   

Being one of the largest employers in the Teesside region, there’s more than meets the eye when it comes to career path here at AV Dawson Group. We live by our values – Safety, Integrity, Family and Resourceful – they guide and underpin everything that we do. 

At the AV Dawson Group, you aren’t just a colleague, you are a part of the family. As family does, we aim to support you during your career journey with us by offering a range of training opportunities to ensure you reach your full potential.

Learn more about what it’s like to work for us, by watching the video below:

 

 

 

 

 

 

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    Meet our people

    UNLOCK YOUR FULL POTENTIAL

    At the AV Dawson Group, we believe that every team member has the potential to achieve great things. Whether you’re just starting your journey or looking to take the next step in your career, we provide the opportunities, support, and environment to help you thrive.

    Our success is built on our core values: Safety, Integrity, Family, and Resourcefulness. These principles guide everything we do and ensure we create a workplace where you can grow, contribute, and feel valued.

    A WORKPLACE BUILT ON GROWTH

    A COMITMENT TO SAFETY

    Your well-being is our top priority. We uphold the highest standards of safety, ensuring a secure and responsible working environment for all. We encourage a culture where everyone looks out for one another, so you can perform your best with confidence.

    A ROLE WITH IMPACT (INTEGRITY)

    Every job at the port plays a vital role in keeping operations running smoothly. We believe in integrity, always doing the right thing for our employees, customers, and the wider community. Whether you’re in logistics, engineering, administration, or another key area, your contributions make a difference. Colleagues have the opportunity to get involved with our colleague community fund, The Maurice Dawson Fund, whereby they can submit a nomination for a community fund or charity of their choice and can win up to £1,000 per quarter. 

    A STRONG AND SUPPORTIVE TEAM (FAMILY)

    At the AV Dawson Group, you’ll be surrounded by colleagues who collaborate, share knowledge, and work towards common goals—ensuring everyone has the opportunity to excel. We put our colleagues’ wellbeing first and do the utmost to ensure you feel supported.

    INNOVATION AND OPPOURTUNITY (RESOURCEFUL)

    We embrace new ideas and encourage resourcefulness. We empower our team to find creative solutions, improve processes, and drive positive change. If you have a vision for making things better, this is a place where your voice is heard and valued.

    PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES

    Another career path we provide is apprenticeships – from leaving school or going back to school – we currently have many colleagues who are embarking on their apprenticeship journey at different ages. We’ve seen colleagues’ from all different departments beginning their apprenticeship journey – from finance to HGV driving, the list is endless. Inspiring people from all walks of life is important, whether you are 19 or 49 – there is always time to improve and become the best version of yourself. Our aim is to ultimately inspire the next working generation.

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