Port Tugmaster Operator - Structured Shifts & Safety

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tug master training

Concessionary travel

Rail travel discount

Pension & life insurance

Wellbeing benefits

Cycle-to-work

EAP

Training & career development

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Stena Line in Belfast is expanding its Port Operations Team and seeks hands-on professionals to join our busy port fleet. The role focuses on operating a Tugmaster, coordinating with vessel teams, and ensuring safe, efficient transfer of trailers during embarkation and disembarkation.

You will work a rotating continental shift pattern with 2 days, 2 nights, followed by 4 days off, starting with structured training in safety procedures and port operations.

Qualifications

• Experience operating large vehicles (HGVs, Tugmasters, or similar).
• Full, clean driving licence.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Commitment to safety and following structured procedures.
• Experience in port operations or logistics is a plus.

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

Vehicle operation (HGV/Tugmaster)

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Full, clean driving licence

Job description

Stena Line in Belfast is expanding its Port Operations Team and seeks hands-on professionals to join our busy port fleet. The role focuses on operating a Tugmaster, coordinating with vessel teams, and ensuring safe, efficient transfer of trailers during embarkation and disembarkation.

You will work a rotating continental shift pattern with 2 days, 2 nights, followed by 4 days off, starting with structured training in safety procedures and port operations.