Port Operative Tier 3

HEYSHAM PORT LTD; Greenock; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday per annum

Pension up to 10%

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Port of Greenock is seeking a Port Operative to help keep goods moving safely and efficiently through the port, across warehousing and quay-side operations. You will support drivers and hauliers and work with experienced teams to develop skills and confidence in a range of port activities.

You will operate computer and weighing systems, assist in maintenance tasks where required, and uphold Peel Ports safety standards. Training will be provided for equipment such as FLTs and cranes.

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial/port environment.
• Experience operating loading shovels, FLTs and telehandlers desirable.
• Physically fit and able to work at heights; flexible to meet operational demands.
• Good IT skills and ability to use Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Complete all operational duties safely and efficiently.
• Operate computer and weighing systems.
• Clean and maintain company machinery, work areas, infrastructure and general housekeeping.
• Support maintenance activities as required.
• Duties may include driving on site, working at height, and lone working.

Skills

Industrial experience

FLT operation

Telehandler operation

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Date: 27 Aug 2026

Location: Greenock, GB, PA16 8UU

Port Operative

Your role

As a Port Operative at the Port of Greenock, you will help keep goods moving safely and efficiently for customers through the port , working across warehouse and quayside operational activities. You will help service our customers, support drivers and hauliers arriving at the port and work closely with experienced colleagues who will share their knowledge, invest in your development and help you build confidence across a range of port activities.

You will demonstrate commitment to working safely, following training, and working across a variety of skills and duties where appropriate, including assisting the Maintenance department as required. All the while working closely with your team and supervisors.

Completing all operational duties in an effective and safe manner, you will also operate computer and weighing systems, whilst also cleaning company machinery, work areas, infrastructure and general housekeeping.

What you'll bring

You may already be in an operational role or keen to move to your first role at this level. You will have proven experience in an industrial /Port environment, with experience operating Loading Shovels, FLTs and Telehandlers desirable. Due to the demands of the role you will be physically fit with the ability to work at heights and willing and able to work flexibly to meet operational demands. You will be committed to maintaining and contributing to Peel Health and Safety standards, policies and procedures. Knowledge of TASCC scheme compliance would be advantageous.

You will have good IT skills with the ability to use Microsoft Office packages. Previous experience of port handling equipment including FLT’s, Loading Shovels and Mobile Harbour Cranes would be desirable, however full training will be given.

This role is classified as safety critical. Your duties in this role may include driving on site; working at height and/or in confined spaces; operating/driving plant; manual handling; lone working; night work. If successful in your application, you will be required to attend a pre-placement medical assessment to confirm your fitness for work in this role.

Who are we?

Already one of the UK’s leading port and logistics companies, w e are planning substantial capital investment over the next 5 years to achieve our vision of becoming the UK’s leading port operator. We have ambitious plans to grow and transform the supply chain to benefit our customers. Our investments are decarbonizing our operations, which in turn is helping us work towards our goal of having Net Zero Port Operations by 2040 . Much of our success depends on our unrivalled facilities and technology. But in our sector, it comes down to having the right talent to enable our organisation to grow.

What we can offer you

In addition to a competitive salary, we have a s trong track record of developing our people to expand their skills and experience and develop their careers. Valuing and rewarding our workforce is important to us which is why we offer a fantastic range of flexible benefits to choose from, such as:

• 27 days holiday per annum (plus bank holidays)
• Matched Contribution Pension Scheme up to 10%
• Peel Ports Flexible Benefits including salary sacrifice car scheme, healthcare cash plans, Cycle2Work Scheme, critical illness insurance, gyms, retail vouchers
• Commitment to learning and personal development
• We promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to colleagues via our employee assistance programme when required

If you believe you have the skills and experience we are seeking and you want to join a thriving and ambitious place to work, we’d really like to hear from you!