Port Operative

We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year.

It’s a story we’re proud of but it doesn’t end there. We’re transforming our business and embracing the future.

We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.

Job Tile: Port Operative

Location: Newport

Department: General Cargo – Warehouse Operative

Salary: Successful candidate will be brought in on a Tier 1 Salary £27,935.27 + 10% shift allowance. Once probation has been completed, this will be increased to a Tier 2 Salary £29,950.99 + 10% shift allowance.

We are looking to hire a Port Operative to join us at Newport where we focus on handling and storing various types of general cargo.

The shift for this role occurs Monday through Friday between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM and may be 8 or 12 hours long, depending on workload requirements. Employees are required to work one weekend in every four weeks.

Accountabilities

• Operate heavy plant and machinery to achieve the safe and efficient handling of cargo.
• To undergo training to operate new and additional plant and equipment as required to meet customer and operational requirements. This will include the operation of quayside and mobile harbour cranes.
• To engage in the safe movement of cargo in storage areas, warehouses and on vessels.
• Aid in the operation of the weighbridge and record and compile other administrative information associated with cargo movement and cargo handling accessories as required.
• Work with IT systems and internal and external software packages.
• To undertake cleaning tasks and general maintenance duties associated with the efficient operation of the port.
• To perform all other tasks as required.

Skills & Experience

• Full UK Driving License
• Comfortable working at height
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather
• Heavy Industry experience
• Warehouse experience 
• Handheld Scanner

Ideal Plant Machinery Experience

• 8T to 25T Forklift
• Gantry Crane
• Mobile harbour crane

We offer a competitive salary, contributory pension from day one (Starting at 3% employee contribution with 5% company match), private healthcare, access to our Employee Assistance Program, 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays – plus the option to purchase additional days), wide range of discounts and cash back with high street and online retailers. We offer an inclusive work environment with an in-house training academy which offers ongoing opportunities to develop your skills.

Additional Information:

When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.
Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.