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Contract Type:

Full time

Team / Role:

Port Services

Job title:

Port Operative

Salary:

£28,000 - £30,000

Per Year

To engage in the mooring/unmooring of vessels, the movement of vehicles and passengers through the Port, operating plant and equipment safely and responsibly.

To apply for this role you must be able to demonstrate previous achievements in the following areas:

Responsibilities:

  • Working as part of the ferry and cruise handling team support with the discharge and loading of our vessels.
  • Safely and efficiently handle all types of cargo during port operations.
  • Authorised to take part in mooring/unmooring operations and to operate cargo handling plant and port infrastructure including Forklift Trucks, Telehandlers, Tug Masters.
  • Ensure good housekeeping on the Port as directed by supervisors.
  • Work flexibly to permit full operational benefit of labour.

Qualifications:

  • A basic standard of literacy and numeracy is required consistent with completing reports and documentation.
  • A full driving licence
  • HGV Class 1 (desirable)

Team / role:

Port Services

Experience & Skills

  • Experience in using a variety of equipment including Forklift Trucks, Telehandlers, Tug Masters.
  • Proven previous experience within the maritime / cruise sector (desired) or another sector, preferable in operations.
  • Resilient with the ability to work under pressure and meet agreed deadlines
  • Flexibility to work at all times of day and outside.
  • Strong customer service experience and communication skills.
  • Ability to work on own initiative.
  • Hands-on approach and attitude to work.
  • Teamwork/Interpersonal skills.

Further Information:

To engage in the mooring/unmooring of vessels, the movement of vehicles and passengers through the Port, operating plant and equipment safely and responsibly.

Apply now

If you fit the profile, we want to hear from you. Apply today and the Portico Port Services team will be in touch.

Apply today

Written applications outlining your suitability for the post and a copy of your CV should be sent to: Lisa Blandford, Human Resources Assistant Portico House, 2 Prospect Rd, Portsmouth PO1 4QY.

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