TUG Driver - RORO

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Nicholas Associates Group Limited is seeking a reliable TUG Driver for a part-time role at the Tessport port operation. The job involves moving containers on and off Ro-Ro vessels, with full Ro-Ro training provided and 3 shifts per week. Shifts run on some weekends, and pre-employment checks are required.

You will operate TUG vehicles in the ferry terminal and support loading teams, with emphasis on safety around heavy machinery. Prior experience with TUG/HGV/arctic vehicles is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience driving a TUG, HGV, or Arctic vehicle.
• Able to work safely in a busy port environment.
• Willingness to work weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate TUG vehicles within the ferry terminal.
• Push and position containers onto ferries.
• Support Ro-Ro loading teams.
• Work safely around heavy machinery and moving vehicles.

Skills

TUG driving

HGV driving

Arctic vehicle driving

Job description

TUG Driver
£17.03 per hour - 3 days per week Location:

Tessport is recruiting reliable and safety-focused drivers to support ferry operations, moving containers on and off Ro-Ro vessels. If you have experience driving a TUG, HGV, or Arctic vehicles, this is an excellent opportunity to step into port operations with full Ro-Ro training provided.

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Operating TUG vehicles within the ferry terminal
• Pushing and positioning containers onto ferries
• Supporting Ro-Ro loading teams
• Working safely around heavy machinery and moving vehicles

Pay & Hours

• £17.03 per hour
• Paid 7.5 hours per shift (30-minute unpaid break)
• 3 days per week, including some weekends

Pre-employment Drug & Alcohol test and Medical required

Typical Shift Patterns

• Tuesday: 14:00 - 22:00
• Thursday: 14:00 - 22:00
• Saturday: 02:00 - 10:00
• Sunday: 06:00 - 14:00

(You will work three of these shifts per week. Some flexibility may be required.)

First 3 Weeks will be Full time hours to do training and Familiarisation.

Training & Start Dates

Full Ro-Ro training provided.

• Operators required by 17th August

What We\'re Looking For

• Experience driving a TUG, HGV, or Arctic vehicle (essential)
• Ability to work safely in a busy port environment
• Reliability and willingness to work weekend shifts
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Pre-Employment Checks

• Medical assessment
• Drug & Alcohol test

Cost Code - S96

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we\'re happy to discuss flexible working options.

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