Description
Are you excited by the opportunity to develop your skills and work on a range of plant and machinery? Do you want to work for one of the UKs leading shipping and freight forwarding companies? We are seeking a Material Handling Operative to join our Peel Ports Logistics team and help keep the world moving!
Your role
As a Material Handling Operative, you will operate the companys plant and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. You will clean company plant and equipment to include all wheeled assets and material handling equipment, ensuring that all checks, audits and other paperwork are completed accurately and on time. You proactively look for hazards, recording and actioning immediately and as safely as possible within SAP EHS.
You will build and maintain strong, long lasting relationships with various external parties such as vessel crew and agents, as well as internal teams, communicating with engineering departments over fault rectification. You will ensure all health and safety rules are followed whilst adhering to TASCC regulations.
This is a multi-function role in which you will be predominantly based at East Float Port, however there will be a requirement to travel to other Peel Ports Logistics sites as and when required.
What you’ll bring
You may already be in an operational role or keen to move to your first role at this level. You will ideally have previous experience working within an industrial, bulk handling environment, with the ability to drive Loading Shovels and Skidsteer. You will have experience operating Bulk Material Handling ship unloaders, Cranes (ship and shore) with an understanding of TASCC regulations.
You will have excellent communication and teamwork skills, along with the ability to multi-task and prioritise workload effectively and be adaptable to change in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience with SCADA operating systems would be beneficial alongside good IT skills, specifically Microsoft Office. A commitment to maintaining Health and Safety standards, as well as demonstrating compliance to safety policies and procedures is key. A full valid driving licence is essential for this role.
Who are we?
As one of the UKs leading shipping and freight forwarders, we provide a comprehensive portfolio of services by land and sea, including chartering, agency, logistics, customs, forwarding and marine services throughout the UK. We take pride in the service we offer to meet the individual needs of our customers.
What we can offer you
In addition to a competitive salary, we have a strong track record of developing our people to expand their skills and experience and develop their careers. Valuing and rewarding our workforce is important to us which is why we offer a fantastic range of flexible benefits to choose from, such as:
- 27 Days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)
- Up to 10% Matched Contribution Pension
- Peel Ports Flexible Benefits including salary sacrifice car scheme, healthcare cash plans, Cycle2Work Scheme, Critical Illness insurance, Gym Membership Scheme, Retail Vouchers, plus more!
- Commitment to learning and personal development Last year we supported over 50,000 hours of training and personal development!
- We promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to colleagues via our Employee Assistance Programme when required
If you believe you have the skills and experience we are seeking and you want to join a thriving and ambitious place to work, wed really like to hear from you!
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