Port Operative

DP World; Cairnryan; In loco; GBP 22.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

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P&O Ferries is seeking a Port Operative at Cairnryan to support vessel turnarounds, cargo operations, traffic management and terminal maintenance. You will help ensure safe loading/discharging, maintain schedules and deliver high-quality service to customers.

The role requires working in a multi-skilled team, following health and safety regulations, and contributing to environmental protection and incident reporting. Training will be provided for port operations.

Competenze

• Demonstrated commitment to safety and safe working practices.
• Excellent teamwork and communication across ops teams.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing operational demands.
• Proactive ownership of responsibilities and tasks.
• Reliable with strong attendance history.
• Ability to follow procedures while applying sound judgment.
• Positive attitude with focus on customer service.
• Willingness to undertake training across port operations.

Mansioni

• Mooring and unmooring vessels safely and efficiently.
• Load and discharge vessels per procedures while maximizing ship fill and avoiding damage.
• Operate approved vehicles and equipment (terminal tractors, tugs, forklifts).
• Support vessel turnaround activities to meet schedules.
• Manage movement of freight units and cargo within the terminal.
• Marshal traffic through the port in a safe, professional manner.
• Maintain terminal space, including secure parking of high-security loads.
• Complete daily vehicle/equipment inspections and report defects.

Conoscenze

Safety focus

Teamwork & communication

Flexibility & adaptability

Ownership & proactivity

Reliability & attendance

Procedural discipline

Customer service

Willingness to train

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Job Description

The Port Operative plays a vital role in the safe, efficient, and effective operation of the Cairnryan terminal. Responsible for supporting vessel turnarounds, cargo operations, traffic management, and terminal maintenance activities, the role ensures that vessels are loaded and discharged safely, schedules are maintained, and customers receive a high-quality service. Working as part of a multi-skilled operational team, the Port Operative contributes to maintaining a safe working environment, protecting company and customer assets, and supporting the smooth flow of freight and passenger traffic through the port.

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Mooring and unmooring vessels safely and efficiently.
• Loading and discharging vessels in line with operational procedures whilst maximising ship fill and preventing damage to customer and company equipment.
• Operating approved vehicles, plant, and equipment including terminal tractors, tugs, forklifts, and other authorised machinery.
• Supporting vessel turnaround activities to ensure sailing schedules are achieved.
• Managing the movement and positioning of freight units and cargo within the terminal.
• Marshaling incoming and outgoing traffic through the port in a safe and professional manner.
• Ensuring terminal space is utilised effectively, including the secure parking of high-security loads.
• Completing daily vehicle and equipment inspections, reporting defects, and maintaining accurate records.
• Reporting all incidents, damage, and near misses in accordance with company procedures.
• Assisting with terminal maintenance activities and emergency repairs where required.
• Supporting oil spill response and environmental protection measures.
• Handling luggage, stores, refuse, and other materials moving on and off vessels.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness, and safety across the terminal.
• Working in compliance with company policies, health and safety legislation, dock and harbour regulations, and security requirements.
• Continuously identifying opportunities to improve working practices and operational efficiency.
• Promoting the company's values, behaviours, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Undertaking any other duties appropriate to the role as required by the business.

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and safe working practices.
• Be comfortable working in a physically demanding outdoor environment in varying weather conditions.
• Have excellent teamwork and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across operational teams.
• Be flexible and adaptable, capable of responding to changing operational demands.
• Take ownership of their responsibilities and demonstrate a proactive approach to work.
• Be reliable, dependable, and committed to maintaining high attendance standards.
• Have the ability to follow procedures while also exercising sound judgement when required.
• Display a positive attitude and focus on delivering excellent customer service.
• Be willing to undertake training and develop skills across a range of port operations activities.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within a port, maritime, logistics, transport, warehousing, or operational environment.
• Experience operating plant, machinery, forklifts, terminal tractors, or similar equipment.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements within an operational environment.
• Relevant plant, equipment, or operational certifications.

At P&O Ferries we want you to be you. Not only will that make us stronger but will allow us to bring authenticity to everything we do. We know our customers come from all walks of life and so do our employees. We are all about connecting the world and that starts with finding connections with who you work with.

When we recruit, we want to you to bring your whole self to work, and we are working towards increasing diversity across all of our colleagues. We know we cannot be the best unless we recruit the best regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or neurodiversity.

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