Port Operative Aberdeen, Scotland
Job description
Job Description: Port Operator
Job Title: Port Operator
Reporting To: Operations Manager & Dock Control Officers
Location: Aberdeen
The Port of Aberdeen
The Port of Aberdeen was founded in 1136 and with a near-900-year history, is the oldest existing business in the UK. Currently, the Port of Aberdeen is Europe’s premier marine support centre for the oil and gas industry, the main commercial port serving North-east Scotland and is at the heart of Scotland’s energy transition.
It’s a story we are proud of, but it does not end there. We are transforming our business to embracing the future. We employ a wide range of roles, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.
We are constructing Scotland’s newest and largest port. This nationally significant project will strengthen our customer offering, create new possibilities for the UK’s energy industry, and open access to new market sectors allowing larger and deeper ships.
What We Need
The Port of Aberdeen has a fantastic opportunity for positive and proactive Port Operators in this exciting time of growth. The successful candidates will have great work ethic, a can do attitude, and values that align to the mission of the port in delivering operational excellence to our customers in a safe and sustainable way.
Key Responsibilities
- Driving and operating port vehicles and machinery.
- Undertake key port functions and operations.
- Contribute to a great safety culture to continually achieve zero harm.
- Assist and support the Operations team and Dock Control Officers in service delivery.
- Effectively communicate and problem solve to help deliver operational excellence.
- Assist in the vessel load/discharge process and plan and manage quayside movements.
- Provide an active role in supervision of the Harbour Security provider and ensuring compliance with International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS).
Interested? We are looking for someone who has:
- A good understanding of port operations, ideally container and general cargo handling including stevedoring, freight operations, slinging and lifting, and telehandler experience.
- A keen desire to build upon and further develop current skills within the port environment, predominately in landside operations.
- A sound knowledge of Health and Safety process, and a proactive approach to ensuring safety.
- Good communication skills and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to carry out work effectively, individually and within a team, in a demanding environment.
- A full UK driving licence.
- Although there is the opportunity for additional training, ideally you should already have plant experience and a valid forklift licence.
- Ability to work a variety of shifts to suit the operational needs of the business, including nights and weekends.
Desirable Criteria:
- Trailer licence
- Mooring experience
- Hygiene course certification
- IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH general certification etc.
- Desire to make a difference and challenge the status quo.
Additional Information:
When joining the Port of Aberdeen, you will find an environment that is welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees with a competitive renumeration package, employer pension and a range of other benefits.
Please note that the Port of Aberdeen undertakes random screening for substance abuse and operates a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required prior to starting this role.
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.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £28,000.00-£34,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 26/05/2023
Expected start date: 01/06/2023
