Multi-Skilled Yard Operator: Container Handling (Southampton)

Freightliner; Southampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Paid breaks

Weekly pay

Overtime rates

Job summary

Freightliner is seeking a Multi Skilled Operative in Southampton to support the Operations team. You will load and unload HGVs, shunt containers, and operate lifting equipment while using bespoke technology in a safety‑critical environment.

No prior experience required as comprehensive training is provided. The role offers a permanent, full‑time contract, 50 hours per week across 6am–4pm shifts on a rotating Monday‑Friday schedule, with pension, life cover, paid breaks and career development

Qualifications

• Hold a full UK driving licence.
• Demonstrate a commitment to health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Service vehicles with the correct containers in a safe and timely manner.
• Stack and move shipping containers.
• Shunt containers to and from the terminal.
• Operate container-handling equipment safely and effectively.
• Communicate with yard team and Terminal Coordinators to ensure efficient operations.

Skills

UK driving licence

Health & safety

Job description

Freightliner is seeking a Multi Skilled Operative in Southampton to support the Operations team. You will load and unload HGVs, shunt containers, and operate lifting equipment while using bespoke technology in a safety‑critical environment.

No prior experience required as comprehensive training is provided. The role offers a permanent, full‑time contract, 50 hours per week across 6am–4pm shifts on a rotating Monday‑Friday schedule, with pension, life cover, paid breaks and career development