Port Multi Skilled Operative

Freightliner Group Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Port Multi Skilled Operative to join their dynamic team in Southampton. This permanent, full-time role involves operating heavy lifting equipment and ensuring the safe handling of freight trains. With a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork, the position offers comprehensive training and career development opportunities. Employees are valued and supported, with access to a range of benefits including competitive salaries, pension schemes, and a commitment to employee well-being. If you're looking for a role that combines responsibility with the chance to grow, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary & Benefits

Career Development and Progression

Award-Winning Safety Culture

Generous Family Friendly Provision

Employee Well-being and Support

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving license and be health and safety conscious.
• Ability to work at height and a flexible approach are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate gantry cranes and heavy lifting equipment safely.
• Conduct train shunting duties and ensure safe arrival/departure of freight trains.

Skills

Safety Consciousness

Ability to Work at Height

Flexibility

Can-do Attitude

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

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Port Multi Skilled Operative

Apply locations Southampton - Maritime posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: May 9, 2025 (12 days left to apply) job requisition id ATR-4152

Freightliner is the UK's largest maritime intermodal logistics operator, transporting containers from all major deep-sea ports to our national network of inland terminals, as well as a leading operator in the UK Heavy Haul rail freight market. Freightliner has operations across Europe offering both Intermodal and Heavy Haul rail freight services seamlessly connecting European countries and the UK.

In the UK the Freightliner Group operates under a number of legal entities including Freightliner Group Ltd, Freightliner Heavy Haul Ltd, Freightliner Ltd, Pentalver Transport Ltd, and Pentalver Cannock Ltd.

WE ARE HIRING

Freightliner Group is the UK’s largest maritime rail freight and logistics operator, transporting containers from all major deep-sea ports to our national network of inland terminals. We are proud to be a Work180 endorsed employer and welcome applications from the most dedicated and capable individuals from all communities.

Job title: Port Multi Skilled Operative (MSO)

Location: Dock Gate 20, Southampton

Position Type: Permanent, full-time. Hours of work: 36 hours per week, consisting of 12-hour day and night shifts including weekends, on a rotating schedule from Sunday to Saturday.

The role of a Port Multi Skilled Operative is a Safety Critical position. Key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the gantry cranes, all heavy lifting and plant equipment is operated and driven in a safe manner, and in accordance with Freightliners Group Standards.
• Carry out the safe arrival and departure of freight trains.
• Safely conduct train shunting duties in accordance with Local Working Instructions.
• Carry out wagon and containers number checks.
• Checking container locking mechanisms.

The successful candidate will be working as part of team and undergo comprehensive training in all activities to achieve the competencies required for this exciting role.

Key Requirements:

• Must hold full UK driving licence.
• Have an ability to work at height.
• Have a flexible approach.
• A can-do attitude.
• Be health and safety conscious.

Successful applicants will be subject to a Safety Critical medical, which will include a Drugs and Alcohol screening and will need to provide a satisfactory DBS check.

Why join us?

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including competitive pension schemes, paid breaks, and free parking.
• Career Development and progression: Regular training and career advancement opportunities to support your professional development. We offer access to a range of external courses and in-house training sessions for skill enhancement and role confidence.
• Award-Winning Safety Culture: Be part of an environment recognized for excellence and innovation.
• Generous family friendly provision with enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Employee well-being and support: Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 24/7, employee benefits platform offering discounts on gym membership, money off vouchers for a variety of brands and shops, cycle to work scheme.

Our teams are hardworking, committed, and play a key role in maintaining our continued success. We are equally committed and dedicated to their safety and provide developmental opportunities to ensure their utmost potential is met.

Interested? Apply today for the opportunity to join our inclusive award-winning team.

About Us

Freightliner is an established rail freight provider with businesses in the UK and Continental Europe.

Offering customers a wide range of rail freight solutions to cater for the requirements of a diverse market sector, we provide a safe, reliable and cost effective rail freight partnership.

At the core of all we do are our employees. Their hard work is fundamental to our success and we are equally committed to their growth and safety.