Role overview
Dockside Crane Operator at Babcock International Group, based at Devonport Royal Dockyard, near Plymouth, Devon.
Job title: Dockside Crane Operator
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Role type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF67737
The role
As a Dockside Crane Operator, you’ll be at the heart of operations that support the Royal Navy and wider defence sector. You’ll lift and move critical components and equipment, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of dockside activities.
This is a safety-first role that contributes to national security and provides opportunities to develop valuable skills in a dynamic environment.
Day-to-day you’ll operate dockside tower cranes safely and efficiently by following manufacturer guidelines.
* Operate dockside tower cranes in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and safety protocols
* Liaise with the Crane Supervisor upon arrival and throughout operations
* Wear appropriate PPE and promote a culture of safety at all times
* Resist pressure to perform unsafe operations and uphold safety standards
* Interpret and apply information from reports and duty charts to ensure safe crane use
This position involves working at height. Candidates must be able to work safely and perform tasks at varying heights.
This role is full time and site-based at Devonport Royal Dockyard. There is potential for Optimised Working Patterns (OWP) within this role. OWP is not guaranteed; it involves a 4-week shift cycle (day/back shift or day/night shift). For more information about OWP, contact the Recruitment Team.
Essential experience
* Extensive experience operating cranes in an industrial or dockside environment
* Strong understanding of how wind and weather conditions affect crane operations
* Proven commitment to safe working practices
Qualifications
* CPCS Blue Card or NPORS N102 certification is essential
* Additional qualifications in slinging, forklift operation, or lift supervision are advantageous
Security clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.
Many positions at Babcock are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. Your eligibility may be affected by place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency held. Details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK.
What we offer
* Generous holiday allowance
* Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
* Access to Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
* Employee share scheme
* Employee shopping savings portal
* Payment of Professional Fees
* Reservists in the armed forces receive 10 days of special paid leave
* Holiday Trading to buy additional leave or sell up to one week of annual leave (window opens February–March)
* Be Kind Day: one paid working day per year for volunteering
* Development opportunities and wellbeing support
Notice
Closing date: 08/10/2025
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