Port Tugmaster Driver – Rotating Shifts & Training

Stena Line; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tug master training

Concessionary travel on Irish Sea/Nord

75% discount on UK Rail travel

Company pension & life assurance

Discounts on gym memberships, digital

Wellbeing cash plan (dental, eye tests

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training, coaching, and career

Opportunities for paid overtime

Job summary

Stena Line in Belfast is seeking a Port Service Operative to safely operate a Tugmaster and marshal vehicles for embarkation and disembarkation across busy port operations. This permanent, full-time role follows a rotating shift pattern: 2 days, 2 nights, then 4 days off, with a 24-hour break after the final day shift before nights.

You will contribute to smooth port operations, benefit from comprehensive training, and enjoy concessions, pension, life assurance, and other wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience operating large vehicles (HGVs, Tugmasters, or similar).
• Full, clean driving licence required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Commitment to safety and following structured procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Tugmaster to transfer trailers on and off vessels.
• Assist with mooring and vessel loading/unloading procedures.
• Marshal freight and passenger vehicles for embarkation and disembarkation.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety across port areas.
• Follow structured operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Adapt to training on new equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth port operations.

Skills

Tugmaster operation

Safety-focused

Teamwork

Customer service

Structured procedures

Education

Full, clean driving licence

Job description

Stena Line in Belfast is seeking a Port Service Operative to safely operate a Tugmaster and marshal vehicles for embarkation and disembarkation across busy port operations. This permanent, full-time role follows a rotating shift pattern: 2 days, 2 nights, then 4 days off, with a 24-hour break after the final day shift before nights.

You will contribute to smooth port operations, benefit from comprehensive training, and enjoy concessions, pension, life assurance, and other wellbeing benefits