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..
Forth Ports is one of the UK's largest and most dynamic port operator groups, playing a key role in connecting the UK with Europe and beyond. As a multimodal ports owner and operator, we are at the forefront of delivering innovative port-related services. With our recent pledge to achieve carbon neutrality by 2032 and Net Zero status by 2042, we are committed to sustainability and driving the expansion of the UK's renewable energy sector, particularly offshore wind. Now is an exciting time to join our team as we embark on this transformative journey towards a greener future.
We have a number of new opportunities to join our LCT team at the Port of Tilbury as a Container Terminal Operative.
About the 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.
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
- 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
Desired criteria
- Experience of working in ports and with plant machinery is preferred, but not necessary as full training will be given
Forth Ports Group
Over our 50 years of experience we have witnessed our ports grow to become important assets to support and deliver growth both for the UK and local economies. The growth impact has been achieved due to the continued investments in our infrastructure, making sure that our ports are able to continually develop their services and support the growth of many industries. Our people have played a significant role. They have delivered the highest quality of service through their expertise, loyalty and flexibility and, without them, we could not have built the strong reputation and the long term agreements with many customers that we have today.
Welcome to Forth Ports Careers. As a leading port operator, we employ over 1,100 people across our ports in Scotland and the Port of Tilbury in London. A career in a port business is very rewarding. There is real variety within each role and significant opportunities for promotion and career development. Don’t just take our word for it; view the “Some of our People” section and the video below to gain insight into the kinds of jobs our employees do, how they’ve grown with us, and what motivates them each day. The port business can be seen as a barometer for the economy and this drives us to be adaptable and fast paced as we identify new business opportunities.
Our benefits
We are committed to creating a positive working culture for all employees, as well as a good work-life balance. Here are just some of the benefits of working for Forth Ports.
Vacation, Paid time off
Paid sick days
Retirement plan and/or pension
Employee discounts
Gym membership or wellness programs
Cycle to work
Competitive salary
Employee Assistance Scheme
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