We have a fantastic opportunity for the right applicant to join a winning team at Maritime Transport as a Gatehouse Operative. This is a full-time, permanent position operating on a shift system, requiring the successful candidate to work days, nights, and afters shifts on a rotational basis
Maritime Transport is one of the fastest growing container transport, handling and storage companies in the UK and offers one of the most dynamic working environments and prospects to progress within the industry. We are looking for someone who will provide coordination of all rail & road vehicles of the Intermodal Rail & Road Freight terminal. Responsible for all access and egress onto the iPort Rail terminal for all Customer, Visitors and Suppliers.
Why work for Maritime Transport?
* Competitive salary
* Annual salary review (discretionary).
* Annual bonus (discretionary).
* 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays on top from day 1.
* Life assurance cover from day 1 and up to age 66.
* Big discounts on MSC cruises for yourself, family and friends
* Group personal pension.
* Employee assistance programme.
* You’ll be working for one of the market leaders
Duties & Responsibilities:
* Provide customer service and the overall communication for the iPort Rail Terminal.
* Responsibility for the In – Out gate services within the Gatehouse.
* Ensure all documentation and checks are undertaken for trucks and containers are registered on the system.
* Maintain on-site communications and support Reach Stacker/Shunter on traffic movements and locations.
* Responsibilities for monitoring of Visitors & Contractors and coordinate as appropriate.
We are looking for candidates to apply who have the following:
* Good numeracy and literacy skills equivalent to GCSE Level 4/Grade C
* Experience of container terminal operations and planning
* Clear verbal and written communication skills
* High level of attention to detail
* Previous administrative experience
* Valid driving licence
* Knowledge of Fargo systems software CYMAN system desirable although not essential