Report reveals 23% gender pay gap at Port of Cork Company

The Port of Cork Company has published its first Gender Pay Gap Report, which reveals an overall gender pay gap of 23%.

It says that this is primarily due to an imbalance among its workforce, with 11% female employees and a predominance of men in senior management positions and therefore higher pay scales.

The company noted that men and women receive equal pay for equivalent positions throughout the Port of Cork Company, and the pay gap is due to a need for more female representation in its most senior roles.

Despite the reported percentages exceeding the published national average (12%), the figures are consistent with other male-dominated industries such as construction and insurance, emphasising the broader challenges and the necessity to increase female representation at the highest levels in traditionally male-dominated industries.

Dedication

Port of Cork Company human resources manager Sinead Healy said that reporting its results voluntarily this year acknowledges where it is and publicly demonstrates its dedication to creating a supportive work environment.

“While our figures may appear higher compared to the national average, they align with other industries predominantly comprised of male personnel, such as finance, banking/ insurance, and construction. Acknowledging this gap is key to reducing it and creating positive change.”

The report also highlights the Port of Cork Company’s dedicated diversity and inclusion action plan, outlining the steps the company is taking to improve its gender pay gap and increase female representation within the company.

Last year the Port of Cork Company released its first diversity and inclusion policy statement, and received an Investors in Diversity bronze award from the Irish Centre of Diversity in recognition of its efforts.