Port Operative: Heavy Plant & Crane Ops (Flexible Hours)

Associated British Ports; Ayr; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension from day one

Private healthcare

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Associated British Ports in Ayr is seeking a Port Operative to support the safe and efficient handling of cargo and to operate heavy plant and machinery on-site. You will engage in cargo movement, operate cranes and related equipment, and perform routine maintenance tasks as part of a team responsible for port operations.

Ideal candidates will hold a Full UK Driving Licence, have experience with heavy plant, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset to support continuous

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Ability to operate heavy plant and machinery including material handlers, telehandlers and loading shovels.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team.
• Extensive knowledge of Port Operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy plant and machinery to achieve safe cargo handling.
• Train to operate new plant/equipment as required (cranes, etc.).
• Move cargo safely within storage areas, warehouses and vessels.
• Assist with weighbridge and record cargo movement data.
• Work with IT systems and internal/external software.

Skills

Heavy plant operation

Telehandlers & loaders

Communication skills

Teamwork

Port operations knowledge

Driving license

Job description

Associated British Ports in Ayr is seeking a Port Operative to support the safe and efficient handling of cargo and to operate heavy plant and machinery on-site. You will engage in cargo movement, operate cranes and related equipment, and perform routine maintenance tasks as part of a team responsible for port operations.

Ideal candidates will hold a Full UK Driving Licence, have experience with heavy plant, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset to support continuous