Port Operative

at  Associated British Ports

Date: 13 May 2024
Location: Newport, South Wales, GB
Company: ABP
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.

Why should you work for ABP?

• Have the chance to make a difference in a business critical to UK trade.
• Work within an exciting, innovative, growing business.
• You can thrive in an inclusive environment where every individual can be themselves and feel respected.
• Receive competitive salary and benefits package.
• Get support for training, personal development, and further education.
• Benefit from support and engagement through dedicated management and leadership

We are looking to hire a Port Operative to join our Wales and South Sea Ports to undertake tasks and operate plant to achieve the safe loading and discharge of various cargoes from vessels.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Operate heavy plant and machinery to achieve the safe and efficient handling of cargo. Plant to include loading shovel, tug-master, forklift truck, bagging plants and materials handler.
• 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 harbor cranes.
• To engage in the safe movement of cargo in storage areas, warehouses and on vessels.
• Comply with and assist in the development of Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work and ensure that all duties are undertaken in accordance with ABP’s safety policies and procedures.
• 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.
• Undertake duties to aid compliance with licenses for cargo handling.
• To perform all other tasks as required.

Please refer the Job description for details