Port Operative

Purpose

Taking direction from Supervisors to undertake tasks and operate plant to achieve the safe loading / discharge of various cargoes from vessels and warehousing and redelivery of same to / from road transport within Teignmouth Port.

Accountabilities

• To work safely and responsibly in all aspects of the role. Input to the development of Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work and participate in Tool Box Talks.
• Undertake core cargo handling operations including operating the following machinery: Front Loading Shovel, Fork Lift Truck, Skidsteer, Mobile Lifting Platform, Mobile Material Handling Cranes, Tugmaster and Bagging Equipment.
• To work as part of the cargo handling team and assist in general port operations and stevedoring.
• Prepare and move cargo and assist in the preparation of stores.
• Ensure good housekeeping on the Port as directed by the supervisors.
• Undertake basic maintenance tasks as required across all port assets.
• Travel to ABP Plymouth Port to assist with operations as required to undertake mooring/unmooring operations and to supervise traffic on and off the ferries.
• Work flexibly to permit full operational benefit of labour.

Skills, experiences, qualifications and competencies

Essential

• To work in compliance with the ABP Safety, Environmental and Security policies.
• Existing Licence holder for operational plant.
• Aptitude to learn new skills and have a flexible outlook.
• Ability to fit into and enhance the existing Teignmouth and Plymouth operations team.

Ideal

Previous experience of working in a port's

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £24,800.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends only

Supplemental pay types:

• Yearly bonus

Experience:

• Warehouse experience: 1 year (preferred)
• Plant: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/05/2023