Container Terminal Operative
Container Terminal Operative
Job Title: Container Terminal Operative
Location: Port of Tilbury
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Salary: £41,556 + £1,243 shift allowance + overtime + benefits
Overtime earning potential can add up to c.£9,000 in additional earnings
Shifts: 5 over 7 days - please note due to the nature of the work involved, we require flexibility from all operatives to work shifts which may include early, late, night-shifts and / or weekends..
At Forth Ports, we keep trade, logistics, and infrastructure moving. Every day, our teams support the flow of goods, materials, and services that businesses and communities rely on, helping to power economic growth across the UK and beyond. Our people are at the core of everything we do, and their expertise, commitment, and innovation drive our success.
With our commitment to reach carbon neutrality by 2032 and Net Zero by 2042, we're investing heavily in sustainable and digital technologies, including major growth in offshore wind and greener port operations. For you, this means joining a business that's evolving, ambitious, and making a real difference.
We have a number of new opportunities to join our LCT team at the Port of Tilbury as a Container Terminal Operative.
About this role
Key Responsibilities
Drive straddle carriers to move containers within the confines of the Terminal / Port, as necessary, to service the landside and shipside operations
Manual handling, lashing & mooring
Deliver customers cargo to and from vessels in the condition which it was delivered to the terminal
Cargo handling, housekeeping duties and basic maintenance
Ability to understand and follow computer delivered information
Upholding the highest standards of safety and adherence to operating policies and procedures
Deliver to customers satisfactions
Maintain shift, start and finish time integrity
Ensure that care is taken of company property and equipment
Carry out other ad-hoc duties assigned by the line manager
What we're looking for
Experience of working in ports and with plant machinery is preferred, but not necessary as full training will be given
Candidates who are happy to work as part of a team and eager to make a positive impact to the overall port operations
Full UK driving licence
Full UK working rights
Flexible approach to shift patterns
What Forth Ports can offer you
Here at Forth Ports our people are genuinely important to us, and creating a flexible, open and supportive working culture is something we are very proud of. In addition we offer:
A competitive salary
Generous annual leave entitlement
Defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16.5% joint contribution plus life assurance at 4x salary
Health promotion events and employee wellbeing initiatives to support your physical and mental wellbeing
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing free, confidential 24/7 telephone support for you and your family
On-site Occupational Health Team with access to professional support and referrals to services such as counselling, physiotherapy and free flu jabs
An annual Christmas thank you gift of a complimentary turkey or meat-free alternative for all employees
GymFlex health club memberships offering discounted access to gyms including Nuffield Health, PureGym, Anytime Fitness, The Gym Group, and selected local gyms
Cycle to Work scheme to support affordable, sustainable commuting
On-site free parking available for all employees
Attractive family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity cover
Employee discount platform providing savings on UK-wide restaurants, retail, car rentals, days out, and holidays
We value diversity and inclusivity, and we are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will consider all applications for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.
We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and recognise the value serving personnel, veterans, reservists, and military families bring to our organisation.
As a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, we are committed to ensuring that members of the Armed Forces community are treated fairly and are not disadvantaged in their civilian careers because of their service.
We welcome applications from veterans, reservists, cadet force adult volunteers, and military spouses/partners, and we actively support flexible and inclusive recruitment practices.
How to apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter when submitting your application via the ‘Apply Now’ link.
Short-listed candidates will be invited to an Assessment event at the Port of Tilbury where you can find out more about us and the exciting opportunities that our company can provide.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Able to commit to flexible shift pattern including early, late & night shifts, as well as weekend work
- Ability to work comfortably at heights and in varying weather conditions
- Ability to perform manual handling tasks on a regular basis
- Full right to work in the UK
- Full driving licence, valid in the UK
Desired criteria
- Experience of working in ports and with plant machinery is preferred, but not necessary as full training will be given
