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ASCO Group Limited; Peterhead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ASCO Group Limited in Peterhead is looking for an operational coordinator responsible for the effective loading and offloading of vessels, ensuring compliance with procedures and regulations.

The ideal candidate will need strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Duties include inspections, resolving shipping discrepancies, and conducting safety interventions.

A lifting equipment inspection certification is mandatory, while a forklift license is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and control loading/offloading of vessels.
• Conduct inspections to identify damage and compliance.
• Resolve shipping discrepancies with the team.
• Conduct and record Live Safe Interventions at safety meetings.

Skills

Motivated to achieve high standards

Effective in fast-paced environments

Strong interpersonal communication

Ability to work autonomously

Strong analytical skills

Computer literate, Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Lifting Equipment Inspection

Tools

Forklift License

Banksman Slinger (OPITO Stage 3/4)

Job description

Hours of Work

7 days on/7 days off working Wednesday - Tuesday 0800-2000 (+/-2 hours part flex)

Reporting to the Quayside Operations Manager, this role will co‑ordinate and control the safe and efficient loading/offloading of vessels, in accordance with Operations/Shipping plans and in line with all procedures and regulations. This role has a shift working pattern of 7 days on/7 days off. The following duties will be undertaken:

• Expedite material and utilise transport to ensure vessels are turned around in accordance with Operations/Shipping plans.
• Conduct 360° visual inspections to identify damage/overloading/PDOs/test certification/DG labelling and accuracy of CCU ID prior to dispatch. Liaise with Chargehand regarding any non‑conforming cargo.
• Inspection of lifting equipment prior to use.
• Ensure weigh load indicator is working correctly and report malfunctions.
• Ensure effective use of resources, primarily trucks to reduce double handling.
• Resolve material shipping discrepancies through communication with the shipping team.
• Liaise with Quayside Supervisor, communicating any problems/delays with cargo operations.
• Ensure accurate weights/lift counts are recorded for all cargo loaded/discharged.
• Ensure discharge/load forms/information on iLMS are correct and accurately report discrepancies, delays and non‑conformances.
• Undertake yard and gantry inspection tasks, or other adhoc duties, as required.
• Regularly review procedures, work aids and risk assessments.
• Conduct and record Live Safe Interventions (LSI). Attend and contribute to safety meetings.
• Ensure the correct use of forklifts and lifting equipment as set out in legislative and procedural policy.

Minimum Competencies (Skills, Knowledge, and Behaviours)

• Motivated to achieve the highest standards of performance and customer support, maintaining a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Accustomed to working effectively in a fast‑paced environment, flexible and can adapt to changing workloads and priorities, where high standards are not compromised under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to work stand‑alone, demonstrating initiative and ownership, while a positive contributor to the wider team.
• Solutions based, strong analytical, planning & organising skills, an excellent attention to detail.
• Numerate and computer literate with well‑developed IT skills across the Microsoft suite.

Minimum Qualifications

• Lifting Equipment Inspection

Desirable Qualifications/Competencies

• Forklift License
• Banksman Slinger (OPITO Stage 3/4)