Port Operative

P&O Ferries are proudly part of the DP World family; with over 150 different businesses across over 40 countries and are a world leading enabler of global trade.

A household name for over 180 years, P&O Ferries have a rich heritage in ferry services. Our ships sail across the English Channel, North Sea & Irish Sea and we employ almost 2000 people.

Here at P&O Ferries we are seeking an Port Operative to join our team here in Larne on a permanent contract.

This is an opportunity to work as part of the Operations team helping to ensure that efficient discharge/loading of all vessels to maintain a safe turn-round in line with sailing schedules. Achieve maximum ship fill without damage to company or customer equipment.

Satisfy customer and commercial requirements whilst delivering a high quality service.

Ensure the terminal is properly controlled utilizing available space to the maximum benefit.

The successful candidate will have a proven record in Port Operations. The role is based in Larne
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• Working knowledge of Safety in Docks Regulations
• Understanding of dock working and operating procedures
• Tug master driving skills to H.G.V. standard and driving other types of vehicles
• Shackling Skills
• Self‑motivated and able to work under pressure
• Must have a positive attitude
• Must be able to follow orders / instructions
• Literate and Numerate
• Flexible attitude and calm under pressure
• Able to work as part of a team
• Must be physically fit
• Must be able to drive and carry out shackling
• Must attend company medicals
• Co‑operate and carry out duties with regards to H & S requirements

• Hold a class 1 LGV licence.

• PCV bus licence

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At P&O Ferries we want you to be you. Not only will that make us stronger but will allow us to bring authenticity to everything we do. We know our customers come from all walks of life and so do our employees. We are all about connecting the world and that starts with finding connections with who you work with.

When we recruit we want you to bring your whole self to work and we are working towards increasing diversity across all of our employees. We know we cannot be the best unless we recruit the best regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or neurodiversity.

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