Northlink Base Operative

Northlink Base Operative Job Function / Scope

Primarily responsible for operating within the Serco Northlink area in a safe and controlled method, to operate the Serco Northlink supplied Tug Masters and forklifts, to have a general awareness to contractors plant and equipment requiring to be loaded / unloaded from the various ferries operated by Serco Northlink. To remove or secure the various trailers / vehicles being loaded / unloaded to or from the various ferries.

To stow the securing equipment in the dedicated area on board the various Serco Northlink ferries.

• Ensure safe-working practices at all times.
• Participate in daily toolbox talks and any other toolbox talk that may be required - ensuring all relevant personnel are fully aware of the job task prior to commencement of work.
• Empowered to “stop the job” if an action is considered unsafe and report to line supervisor.
• To carry out the daily checks on the allocated tug master and ensure the vehicle is fit for purpose.
• When asked, to carry out the daily checks on the forklift before use.
• Loading / discharging trailers to and from the Serco Northlink ferries.
• Removing and fitting the securing equipment from the various vehicles being loaded / unloaded from the various ferries and stow the securing chains / turnbuckles in the dedicated area.
• To cover the rear door duties when loading / unloading of the various ferries, ensuring no damage is done to any of the equipment being loaded/ unloaded.
• Ensure effective communications with Line Supervisor as and when required.
• Comply with all relevant company work instructions and procedures for each job function. Suggest any improvements to improve service delivery and amend work instructions.
• To take an active part in the weekly yard inspection and report any imperfections.
• To report all damage done or seen to the supervisor immediately.
• Comply with Level 1 of HSE Employee Responsibility and Accountability.
• Comply with Level 1 of Peterson Values & Behaviours.

• Punctual time keeper
• Customer satisfaction
• Safety performance
• Service delivery

• Driving License Class C + E
• Manual Handling
• Previous knowledge of working a tug master (Desirable)
• Forklift Licence up to 3 ton (Desirable)
• ADR (desirable)
• Computer literate (Desirable)