Stevedore & Flt Operator

Manpower; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Full training and development, CHIPS

Job summary

Manpower are recruiting for a reliable and hardworking Multi-Skilled Dock Operative / Stevedore to join their busy port operations team in Grimsby. This is a hands-on role across vessels, quaysides, terminals and storage facilities to ensure safe and efficient cargo movement.

You will coordinate crane operators, follow cargo plans, comply with health and safety regulations, and undertake general dockside labouring with flexible hours between 6am and 10pm. CHIPS training is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in stevedoring or port environments is essential.
• Willingness to complete CHIPS qualification and any required training.
• Ability to work safely in fast-paced operations and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Work within vessel holds during cargo loading and discharging operations.
• Direct crane operators using hand signals and radio to position cargo.
• Coordinate cargo handling tasks and ensure safety and efficiency.
• Liaise with supervisors, vessel crews, and dockside teams to follow cargo plans.
• Follow procedures and health and safety regulations in all tasks.
• Perform shore-side cargo handling across quaysides, terminals, and yards.
• Assist with loading, unloading, transfer, securing, and storage of cargo.
• Support movement of cargo between vessels, warehouses, and onward transport.

Skills

Manual labour

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

CHIPS qualification

Job description

Location: Grimsby Docks
Salary: £13.13 per hour
Hours: Flexible working hours between 6am and 10pm based on scheduling
Manpower are currently recruiting for a reliable and hardworking Multi-Skilled Dock Operative / Stevedore to join their busy port operations team. This is a varied, hands-on role supporting cargo handling operations across vessels, quaysides, terminals, and storage facilities. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of cargo while contributing to the smooth turnaround of vessels.

• Work within vessel holds during cargo loading and discharge operations, maintaining constant visual oversight of cargo movements to ensure safe and efficient handling.
• Direct crane operators using agreed hand signals and radio communications, ensuring the accurate positioning, loading, and discharge of cargo.
• Support and coordinate cargo handling activities, allocating work where required and ensuring tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
• Liaise with supervisors, operators, vessel crews, and dockside teams to ensure operations are carried out in accordance with cargo plans and vessel requirements.
• Follow operational plans, shipboard procedures, and safe access protocols, ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Perform shore-side cargo handling operations across quaysides, terminals, storage facilities, and yard areas.
• Assist with the loading, unloading, transfer, securing, positioning, and storage of a wide range of cargo types.
• Support the movement of cargo between vessels, warehouses, storage locations, and onward transport.
• Undertake general dockside labouring duties as required to support operational demands.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working within a stevedoring, port, logistics, cargo handling, warehouse, or similar operational environment is essential.
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding role involving manual handling and general labouring duties.
• Willingness to undertake and successfully complete the CHIPS qualification and any additional training required.
• Ability to work safely in fast-paced operational environments and follow strict health and safety procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including shifts between 6:00am and 10:00pm.
• Reliable, hardworking, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.

What's On Offer?

• Overtime opportunities
• Full training and development opportunities, including CHIPS qualification

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