Crane Driver

New Holland; New Holland; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

New Holland Dock Wharfingers Limited, part of the Howarth Timber Group, is a busy port and shipping-related employer on the Humber estuary. We are seeking a competent crane operator to assist in vessel discharge, cargo movement and terminal tasks, with a focus on safety and timely operations.

The role requires at least 1 year of crane experience, good communication, and flexibility with hours, including potential weekend work. A full UK driving licence and site safety awareness are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience as a crane operator.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Must be flexible towards working hours.
• Ability to adhere to strict customer and manufacturer requirements on both quality and safety.
• Must have a thorough understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• To operate all plant and equipment correctly and report defects.
• Operate terminal equipment for vessel discharging operations, cargo movement/storage, and despatch.
• Maintain stock information and carry out pre-shift checks.
• Maintain communications with terminal staff and follow safety procedures at all times.
• Be flexible with working hours, including weekends when required.

Skills

Crane operation

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Health & safety

Job description

Working Hours: Monday - Friday between the hours of (Apply online only) (8.5hrs shift) and weekends when necessary.

Some duties:

• To work vessels in any capacity you are qualified to do so and at times required to fulfil the requirements of the Terminal and its customers.
• To operate all plant and/or equipment correctly, reporting any defects.
• To operate Terminal Equipment in a number of applications including vessel dis-charging operations, cargo movement/storage, treatment plants, despatch and goods in by road.
• Equipment will include, but not be limited to, cranes, forklifts, side loaders and tractor units.
• To maintain stock information accurately when carrying out operations using written and verbal methods for recording stock movements.
• Responsible for carrying out and record pre-shift plant/equipment checks.
• To maintain good communications between other Terminal staff at all times, en-suring issues can be dealt with promptly.
• Must comply with all site safety procedures and requirements at all times.
• Maintain a healthy and safe working environment, observing good housekeeping and work in accordance with the Company's H&S policies at all times.
• Liaise with the appropriate Supervisor to ensure the delivery of all tasks are carried safely and react to operational instructions as may be required to expedite any changes during the working shift.
• Assist in miscellaneous duties in other areas, some of which maybe of a manual handling nature and work of a physical nature.
• Responsible for maintaining a flexible approach to working hours, be prepared to work various work patterns including extended work hours paid/unpaid and weekend work to meet the needs of the business.
• The above list of duties is not exhaustive and you may be required to undertake any other duties as and when required by Management.
• Other duties and responsibilities expressed and implied which arise from the nature and character of the post within the department.

Minimum of 1 years' experience as a crane operator.

• Previous experience within a manual based role.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Must be flexible towards working hours.
• Ability to adhere to strict customer and manufacturer requirements on both quality and safety.
• Must have a thorough understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace.

Desirable:

• Previous knowledge/experience of handling timber a distinct advantage.
• CHIP or similar industry related safety induction (Desirable but training can be provided)
• Current licence to drive a Crane - refresher training or conversion can be pro-vided.
• Full UK driving licence or working towards gaining a licence would be a distinct advantage.

New Holland Dock Wharfingers Limited, part of the Howarth Timber Group, is a progressive and expanding company within a busy port and shipping-related environment situated on the South bank of the Humber estuary.