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Posted 23 July, 2026

Port Operative T2

Associated British Ports Holdings Ltd
Immingham, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Company description:Were 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.Its a story were proud of but it doesnt end there.Were 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 description: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 respectedReceive a competitive salary and benefits packageGet support for training, personal development, and further educationBenefit from support and engagement through dedicated management and leadershipWe are looking for a Port Operative to join us at our Immingham Container Terminal. The terminal operates 24/7 for shipside operations, ensuring continuous service for vessel loading and unloading.AccountabilitiesParticipate in any training deemed necessary to improve individual skills and knowledge and efficiency of the company.Subject to suitable training operate Plant and Equipment (including Pre-Start checks), during vessel loading /discharging and cargo storage operations.To carry out the job role in accordance with Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work and to actively participate in Toolbox Talks.Where relevant, understand and ensure targets are met ensuring that targets and operations remain continuous around safe and timely handover of shifts.Cleaning of equipment and site as required and assisting in various other port duties (some of which may be of a physical nature and may include working at height).Qualifications and ExperienceFull UK driving (car) licence and must have own transport.Numeracy and Literacy skillsAbility to navigate IT equipment e.g. smart phone, handheld terminals etcPlant ExperienceReachstackerTugThe shift pattern will consist of 5 on, 3 off and will include night and weekend work.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, 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.We offer: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, 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.TPBN1_UKTJ