Freight Safety & Vehicle Securing Operative (24/7)

Carlisle Support Services; Etchinghill; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing plans

Flexible wage access

Vouchers and discounts

Full induction and training

Quality kit and uniform

SIA top-up training

Employee assistance program

Refer a friend scheme £100

Long service awards

Job summary

Carlisle Support Services, the team behind Eurotunnel’s transport operations, invites applications for a Freight Safety & Securing Operative. You’ll work on-site at the Eurotunnel terminal, securing vehicles, assisting passengers, and supporting drivers across shifts in a 24/7 operation.

We value dependable, safety-conscious team players with strong customer service and clear communication. A full UK driving licence is desirable and DBS/background checks will be required.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills and a friendly, approachable manner.
• Confident verbal and written communication.
• Physical fitness for manual tasks and on-your-feet work.
• High attention to detail and commitment to safety protocols.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle Securing: Apply and remove wheel chocks to HGVs boarding the shuttle.
• Safety Inspections: Conduct pre- and post-journey checks on freight vehicles and trains.
• Customer Support: Greet drivers and passengers, provide clear instructions, and assist with their journey.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues in a safety-critical, high-traffic setting.
• On-site Driving: Operate company vehicles within the terminal (as required).

Skills

Customer service

Safety conscious

Communication

Teamwork

Driving licence (UK)

Job description

Carlisle Support Services, the team behind Eurotunnel’s transport operations, invites applications for a Freight Safety & Securing Operative. You’ll work on-site at the Eurotunnel terminal, securing vehicles, assisting passengers, and supporting drivers across shifts in a 24/7 operation.

We value dependable, safety-conscious team players with strong customer service and clear communication. A full UK driving licence is desirable and DBS/background checks will be required.