Stevedore & FLT Operator

Manpower UK; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Weekend work available

Full training and CHIPS qualification

Job summary

Manpower UK is recruiting a reliable Multi-Skilled Dock Operative / Stevedore for busy port operations in Scunthorpe. The role involves cargo handling across vessels, quaysides, terminals and storage facilities, with emphasis on safe, efficient movement of cargo and vessel turnaround.

Key tasks include directing crane operators, coordinating cargo handling, and complying with health and safety procedures. CHIPS qualification training is available, with flexible shifts 6am–10pm and overtime

Qualifications

• Previous experience in stevedoring, port or cargo handling essential.
• Physically demanding role requiring manual handling and teamwork.
• Willingness to undertake CHIPS qualification and training as required.
• Commitment to following health and safety procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Work within vessel holds during cargo loading and discharge with oversight of cargo movements.
• Direct crane operators using hand signals and radio communications for accurate loading.
• Coordinate cargo handling, allocate work, and ensure safe, efficient completion.
• Liaise with supervisors, vessel crews and dockside teams to meet cargo plans.
• Follow safety procedures and operational plans, ensuring compliance.
• Perform shore-side cargo handling across quaysides, terminals and yard areas.
• Assist with loading, unloading, transfer, securing and storage of cargo.
• Support cargo movement between vessels, warehouses and onward transport.
• Undertake general dockside labouring as required.

Skills

Stevedoring experience

Manual handling

Health & safety

Teamwork

Flexible shifts

Tools

CHIPS qualification

Job description

Location: Scunthorpe
Salary: £13.91 per hour
Hours: Flexible working hours between 6am and 10pm based on scheduling

*Own transport is essential due to location*

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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


• Weekend work available


• Full training and development opportunities, including CHIPS qualification