Quayside Cargo & Lifting Operator (7x7 Shifts)

ASCO - Workforce Solutions; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

ASCO - Workforce Solutions is seeking quayside operatives to safely handle cargo and assist loading/offloading of vessels. The role involves working 7 days on, 7 days off with 9:00–21:00 shifts, flexibility +/- hours.

You will coordinate crane lifting operations, ensure equipment compliance, and support daily interfaces between lifting operations and related areas while maintaining high safety standards.

Qualifications

• Team player with good communication and safety focus.
• Able to work in fast-paced, changing workloads without compromising standards.
• Strong planning, organizing and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist crane lifting operations and ensure personnel are clear of suspended loads.
• Assist in loading/unloading containers and cargo handling while maintaining safety.
• Ensure equipment complies with legislation and company procedures.
• Keep lifting operations areas clean and organized.
• Support day-to-day interface between lifting operations and related areas.
• Assist with planning of lifting operations and tracking of equipment.
• Participate in reviewing procedures, risk assessments and work aids.
• Promote a pro-active HSSEQ culture and LiveSafe interventions.
• Handle ad-hoc duties as required following training and competency assessments.

Skills

Team player

Good communicator

Customer safety focus

Adaptable under pressure

Spatial awareness

Interpersonal skills

Planning and organizing

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Tools

OPITO Banksman Stage 3/4

Forklift license

Job description

ASCO - Workforce Solutions is seeking quayside operatives to safely handle cargo and assist loading/offloading of vessels. The role involves working 7 days on, 7 days off with 9:00–21:00 shifts, flexibility +/- hours.

You will coordinate crane lifting operations, ensure equipment compliance, and support daily interfaces between lifting operations and related areas while maintaining high safety standards.