Port Services Operative

Stena Line Limited; Cairnryan; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in sustainable shipping is looking for a Port Services Operative to join their dynamic team in Cairnryan. This role involves critical responsibilities such as mooring and loading vessels, ensuring the safe and efficient transport of passengers and freight. The ideal candidate will possess a full clean driving license and demonstrate excellent communication skills, contributing to a high standard of customer service. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, where your contributions will make a real difference in the shipping industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in port operational duties.
• Excellent communication skills and customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Mooring, loading, and unloading vessels on arrival.
• Transporting passengers and luggage to the vessels.
• Traffic marshalling of all car passengers for embarkation.

Skills

Port operational duties

Excellent communication skills

Customer service experience

Driving large vehicles (TUGS, HGV, PCV)

Job description

Port Services Operative - Cairnryan (Ad-hoc)

Step by step, we are transforming the shipping industry, moving towards achieving our vision - Connecting Europe for a sustainable future. At Stena Line, we are like family and friends to each other. We work hard together to solve problems and make a difference because we know that challenges make us grow. The journey starts with us! Stena Line’s Port Operations Team plays a crucial role in this journey.

Key Responsibilities

1. Mooring, loading, and unloading vessels on arrival.
2. Transporting passengers and luggage to the vessels, and delivering unaccompanied freight by driving TUG Masters as required.
3. Baggage handling from terminal to ferry.
4. Assisting passengers onto the ferries.
5. Traffic marshalling of all car passengers for embarkation and disembarkation.
6. Housekeeping of port areas and other routine jobs as required.

What You Will Experience

As part of a successful Port Operations team, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient mooring of vessels, ensuring they adhere to arrival and departure schedules. Your main focus will be assisting with the smooth transportation of passengers and vehicles, providing high standards of customer service to enhance their experience.

Who You Are

Your personality matters as much as your skills. You should be flexible, adaptable, reliable, proactive, and a team player who works well under pressure. You should also be open to training on new vehicles and skills as required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in port operational duties.
• Excellent communication skills and customer service experience.
• A full clean driving license and experience driving large vehicles such as TUGS, HGV, or PCV.

Interested?

We are recruiting for a variable hours contract in Cairnryan within our Ports and Terminals department. To apply, register your profile and send your CV in English by the deadline of 21st May 2025. We conduct ongoing selection, so apply promptly. Please note, due to GDPR, we do not accept applications via email or postal service.

We kindly decline any offers from recruitment or staffing agencies regarding this role.

About Stena Line

As a leader in sustainable shipping, Stena Line operates Europe’s most comprehensive route network, focusing on transporting passengers and freight. With over 5,100 employees across Scandinavia, the UK, and the Baltics, we contribute significantly to our company’s success.

We are committed to a sustainable, harassment-free working environment that promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome all applicants.

Location: United Kingdom/Ireland, Cairnryan

Application Deadline: May 21, 2025