The Role
Duties will be to supervise our Stevedoring operations during stowage & unloading of vessels, general operations within the port warehousing. Therefore, you must be able to demonstrate the ability to keep your team motivated, focused and performing to the very highest standards. It is envisaged that the successful individuals will become part of our flexible workforce & learn all parts of the operations to enable them to work in other areas of the business where necessary.
Experience of heavy lifting operations and working at height would be advantageous.
The Port operates seven days per week including night shift & Bank Holidays; therefore, you will need to be flexible to suit the needs of the business.
Our business is located across five sites, so a full driving license is essential.
Remuneration
In return we offer an attractive remuneration package:
* Starting salary £33k rising to £36k after training for 37.5 hours per week
* Private medical scheme
* Defined contribution pension scheme
* 33 days holiday (inclusive of 8 statutory days)
* Bonus scheme
Why work at Port of Blyth?
The Port of Blyth values its employees as its most important assets and provides a comprehensive range of benefits, including a competitive salary, a generous bonus program, free private medical coverage, and regular staff events such as breakfast meetings, to create a supportive environment for employees to excel in.
The Port has taken proactive measures to promote health and wellbeing in the workplace. Having transitioned from the North East Better Health at Work Award to the NECA Shine employer accreditation scheme, the Port continues to deliver regular health and wellbeing campaigns and initiatives tailored to the workforce. These initiatives include activities such as NHS free health checks, free coffee van visits and free ice cream van visits, all of which have been well received by staff and have supported strong engagement and positive wellbeing across the workforce.
The port’s dedication to enhancing health and wellness was acknowledged at the Maritime UK Awards 2024, where it was honoured with the Employer of the Year Award. It was also acknowledged in 2025 at the North East Business Awards where Port of Blyth was named Joint Winner of the Best Place to Work for Northumberland & Tyneside. These accomplishments not only provided well-deserved recognition for the Port’s employees but also served as a source of immense pride and motivation to continue striving for excellence.
About Port of Blyth
Port of Blyth is the port operating division of Blyth Harbour Commission, an independent statutory trust established in 1882. It is one of the largest Trust Port’s in the UK handling cargo across four terminals based around the River Blyth.
Together with major logistics and training divisions, the Port group has a growing turnover exceeding £31 million, driven by growth across a variety of sectors but particularly offshore energy, with the Port is now recognised as a major strategic east coast base supporting the sector. Other trade handled includes containers, dry bulks (coal, aggregates, cement etc.) and marine fuels.
How to apply
Please apply with full CV (including details of current salary) to Stuart Balmer-Howieson (HR & Safety Manager).
Interviews to be held w/c 9th February 2026 (In person)
Closing — 06/02/2026