We are looking to recruit a Port Operative on a 12-month fixed term contract. For an immediate start.

• General Port Operatives/Stevedores - Loading and unloading cargo vessels. Working either on the vessel or on the land side.
• Vessel Cargo Checkers – When a vessel is in working in the timber terminal to bar code each timber pack as they are unloaded from the vessel.
• General Labourers – Restacking timber packs, tidying up the terminals.
• Fork Lift Truck Driving – Assisting the unloading of timber vessels, moving the packs from landing point to stacking area.

Working pattern

• Fixed term contracts 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday).
• Hours are variable and subject to short notice variations and changes depending on vessel requirements.
• On week days we will advise the working hours required per day depending on the shipping requirement.
• Vessels tend to commence at 0600 in the morning and finish around 1800/1900.
• Flexibility is the key.
• Weekday and weekend overtime will be required to meet customer expectations.

Overtime

• Paid at standard rate after the completion of a 40-hour basic working week.
• Over 40 hours during weekdays paid at time and half.
• Saturday working is paid at time and half and Sunday working double time.

Skills and experience

• No previous experience is required. However, experience of working on plant such as Forklift Trucks and 360 Material handlers would be an advantage.
• Candidates must be aware that they are working in a port environment and therefore may be working in all weather conditions.

Pay/Package

• £22,795 per annum.
• Exceptional pension scheme.
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays).
• Immediate starts are available.
• Funded training in a supportive environment
• Appropriate induction, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Please Note: Applicants should be aware the Port has a zero-tolerance policy for drugs & alcohol and a random programme of testing is operated throughout.

Application Method:

Please download and submit your completed application form to recruitment@shoreham-port.co.uk

Closing date: 30 October 2020

Job Description

Application Form

EXCELLENT RATES OF PAY AND FLEXIBLE HOURS

Shoreham Port Solutions offer temporary work assignments across a range of businesses at Shoreham Port.

The assignments are varied and include:

• General Operatives: Loading and unloading cargo from vessels, with the opportunity to work landside or on the vessel
• Cargo Checkers: Working in the Timber Terminal bar-coding timber packs
• General Labourers: Restacking timber packs and keeping operational areas tidy
• Forklift Truck Driving: Working quayside, unloading timber vessels

Working Pattern

• Shifts are available Monday to Sunday.
• A variety of working patterns available within operating hours: 0600 – 2200 hours.
• Shift allocation will depend at which business the assignment is based.

Skills and Experience

• No previous port or maritime experience is required.
• Experience of working with plant such as forklift trucks and cranes would be advantageous.
• Assignments will be based in a port environment and will involve working outside in all weather conditions.
• Roles are physically demanding and include heavy lifting, standing and walking for long periods of time.

Pay/Package

• Starting rate of pay:  £9.30 per hour.
• Annual Leave: 25 days, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rated) equivalent.
• A full Health & Safety induction will be given.
• Full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) supplied.

Please Note: Applicants should be aware that Shoreham Port Solutions operates a zero-tolerance policy for drugs & alcohol and a random programme of testing is operated throughout.

Application Method

Please email: Shorehamportsolutions@shoreham-port.co.uk or phone +44 (0) 1273 598187