Job summary
As a Stevedore you will be trained and competent to operate a range of plant and equipment, to ensure the safe and efficient handling and storage of cargo loads.
We are looking for individuals to carry out operations such as, mooring, working on vessels and in the warehouse, as well as operating a range of mechanical lifting plant from a 2.4 tonne Forklift to a Pallet Truck, however previous experience and qualifications would be desirable.
You will be required to work day and night 12 hour shifts over a 7 day operation in line with our vessels (various contracts available up to 36hrs per week plus overtime). Your shifts will be communicated to you on a weekly basis and you maybe required to work at short notice.
This is a contract position until March 2026
Skills and Qualifications
* Ability to work unsupervised
* Have clear communication skills
* Be physically fit to be able to climb ladders and work on vessels
* Ability to work outside in all weathers
* Ability to work shifts to include weekends and nights
* Previous experience in manual handling and lifting plant application would be desirable, but not essential as full training can be provided)
* Warehouse Operations experience (desirable)
* Reach Truck Operator (desirable)
* Hold a valid Forklift Truck Operator qualification (desirable)
* Mooring trained (desirable)
* Full UK driving license (desirable)
* All training can be provided inhouse
Benefits
* Accrued holiday entitlement
* Auto enrolment pension (after 3 months)
* Free parking
* Employee assistance programme
* 3rd party discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
* Benefits and reward platform
* PPE provided
* Employee volunteering scheme
Hourly rate: £13.49p/h
All offers of employment are subject to us obtaining satisfactory references (covering all education, training, employment and unemployment in the preceding 5 years) and there will be a pre-employment medical including a Drug and Alcohol test. We need to satisfy your Right to Work in the UK.
Please be aware that all employees will be subject to background security checks in order to obtain a Dock Pass.
We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone is looking after each other and respected, included and able to perform at their best.