Port Service Operative

Salary - £33,927

Contract - Permanent Full Time

Are you ready to be part of the team that keeps Birkenhead moving? At Stena Line, our Port Operations Team in Birkenhead plays a vital role in keeping Europe connected through safe, efficient, and reliable freight and passenger services. This is a hands‑on operational role where your skills behind the wheel and your teamwork mindset will make a real impact.

Whether you come from a background in farming, transport or heavy vehicle operations, we are looking for promising and experienced candidates who are keen to develop in a role that offers stability and clear working patterns within one of Europe's leading shipping companies.

• Safely operate a Tugmaster to transfer trailers on and off vessels.
• Assist with mooring and vessel loading/unloading procedures.
• Marshal freight and passenger vehicles for embarkation and disembarkation.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety across port areas.
• Follow structured operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Adapt to training on new equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth port operations.

Working Pattern:
This role follows a structured rota with clearly defined working hours of 40 hours per week and scheduled days off, offering predictability and balance to support your commitments outside of work.

You’re a safety-first professional with experience operating large vehicles like HGVs, Tug masters, or agricultural machinery. You enjoy hands‑on work, are quick to adapt, and bring a strong team spirit to every shift. Your communication skills and customer‑focused mindset make you a great fit for our port operations team.

• Experience operating large vehicles (HGVs, Tug masters, or similar).
• Previous work in port operations or logistics is a plus.
• Full, clean driving licence.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Commitment to safety and following structured procedures.

• Concessionary travel on Irish Sea/North Sea routes
• 75% discount on UK Rail travel
• Company pension & life assurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, digital fitness, and equipment
• Wellbeing cash plan (dental, eye tests, health screening, etc.)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme Ongoing training, coaching, and career development
• Opportunities for paid overtime subject to operational demands

Successful candidates will take part in a tailored 4-5 week training programme, delivered by our dedicated in‑house trainers to ensure you're fully equipped for the role.

Location:

This permanent role is based in 12 Quays, Birkenhead within our Ports and Terminals department.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and supported.