Port Operator

7 months ago


Newport, United Kingdom Associated British Ports Full time

Why should you work for ABP?
- Have the chance to make a difference in a business critical to UK trade.
- Work within an exciting, innovative, growing business.
- You can thrive in an inclusive environment where every individual can be themselves and feel respected.
- Receive competitive salary and benefits package.
- Get support for training, personal development, and further education.
- Benefit from support and engagement through dedicated management and leadership

We are looking to hire a Port Operative to join our Wales and South Sea Ports to undertake tasks and operate plant to achieve the safe loading and discharge of various cargoes from vessels.

**Accountabilities**
- Operate heavy plant and machinery to achieve the safe and efficient handling of cargo. Plant to include loading shovel, tug-master, forklift truck, bagging plants and materials handler.
- To undergo training to operate new and additional plant and equipment as required to meet customer and operational requirements. This will include the operation of quayside and mobile harbor cranes.
- To engage in the safe movement of cargo in storage areas, warehouses and on vessels.
- Comply with and assist in the development of Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work and ensure that all duties are undertaken in accordance with ABP’s safety policies and procedures.
- Aid in the operation of the weighbridge and record and compile other administrative information associated with cargo movement and cargo handling accessories as required.
- Work with IT systems and internal and external software packages.
- To undertake cleaning tasks and general maintenance duties associated with the efficient operation of the port.
- Undertake duties to aid compliance with licenses for cargo handling.
- To perform all other tasks as required.

**Skills, experiences, qualifications, and competencies**

**Essential**
- Full UK Driving License
- Experience in working in a safety critical environment.
- Heavy Industry experience
- Be flexible with working hours and location.
- Plant machinery experience

**Working hours**

42 hours a week, 7-day shift pattern, may include night and weekends depending on the businesses needs.

We offer a competitive salary, contributory pension from day one (Starting at 3% employee contribution with 5% company match), private healthcare, access to our Employee Assistance Program, 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays - plus the option to purchase additional days), wide range of discounts and cash back with high street and online retailers. We offer an inclusive work environment with an in-house training academy which offers ongoing opportunities to develop your skills.

Pay: £28,000.00-£29,620.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Life insurance
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Store discount

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Yearly bonus

Application question(s):

- Do you have any unspent criminal convictions?
- Do you have experience in working in a safety critical environment?

**Experience**:

- Heavy Industry: 1 year (preferred)
- Plant Machinery: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person



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