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Port Operative

🏒 Associated British Ports βœ“ Verified Direct Employer
πŸ“ Teignmouth, England ⚑ Direct Opportunity πŸ•’ 2 days ago
Work Model
πŸ“ Teignmouth, England
Employment
πŸ’Ό Full-Time Direct
Recruitment Type
πŸ›‘οΈ Direct to HR Pipeline
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Role Overview & Responsibilities

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.
  • 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: £26,784.00 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
  • Weekend availability

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: 05/06/2023

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This position is based in Teignmouth, England with potential relocation and visa sponsorship considerations for qualified candidates.

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