Bulks Operative (Nights)

At Forth Ports, we keep trade, logistics, and infrastructure moving. Every day, our teams support the flow of goods, materials, and services that businesses and communities rely on, helping to power economic growth across the UK and beyond. Our people are at the core of everything we do, and their expertise, commitment, and innovation drive our success.

With our commitment to reach carbon neutrality by 2032 and Net Zero by 2042, we're investing heavily in sustainable and digital technologies, including major growth in offshore wind and greener port operations. For you, this means joining a business that's evolving, ambitious, and making a real difference.

About this role

The Port of Tilbury Bulk Terminal is responsible for handling both imports and exports of various loose bulk material. Utilising different types and sizes of Mechanical Handling and Conveying Equipment.

The terminal operates to feed-grade standards, offering a fully automated (CMAT) conveyor system and flexible loading and discharge solutions for animal feed, construction, recycled and other bulk materials for import and export operations.

As a Grade 2 operative within our Bulk Terminal Operations team, you will play a vital role in servicing all customer requirements including loading and unloading lorries and vessels, operating in storage areas, operating weighbridges and automated systems to facilitate our service to our customer base. Your prompt and safe response to a dynamic working environment while ensuring compliance with all company and statutory requirements will be key to supporting the Bulk Terminal in achieving its operational objectives.

Key responsibilities:

• Handle cargo and plant with due care and attention at all times.
• Co-operate with the direction of the Management & supervisory teams to ensure customer requirements are met in a safe, efficient and timely manner.
• Always conduct yourself in a safe working manner and promote to others a positive safety-first culture.
• Conformity to all company policies, procedures, risk assessments and method statements at all times.
• To report any incident, accident or unsafe observation through the approved channels and methodology (training will be provided)
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with all members of the Bulk Terminal team.
• Promote the good nature of the company and always conduct oneself in a professional manner.
• Maintain a high standard of house keeping of the site and working areas.
• Use and maintain all supplied PPE correctly and maintain accurate records thereof.

What we're looking for:

We are looking for a safety-conscious, reliable and hardworking individual who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment and takes pride in delivering excellent service to customers. The successful candidate will be a strong team player with a positive attitude, able to work collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors while remaining flexible to changing operational demands. They will demonstrate a proactive approach to health and safety, maintain high standards of housekeeping and professionalism, and be committed to following procedures and working practices. Experience within industrial, logistics, manufacturing, agricultural, port or bulk handling environments would be advantageous, but equally important is a willingness to learn, operate equipment and automated systems, and contribute to the efficient and safe movement of cargo across the terminal.

Skills & Qualifications:

Bulk Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE) experience preferred but relevant training will be provided.

• Working in dusty areas, or environments that may contain explosive atmospheres.
• All required MHE Excluding Harbour Mobile Cranes
• Working within a port environment
• Working at Height
• Working within confined spaces
• Working on board vessels/near water
• Understanding of stock management principles and procedures
• Knowledge of food safety systems in a bulk industrial storage environment
• Full Driving Licence, valid in the UK
• Full UK Working Rights

Competent knowledge & understanding in using various computer packages desired, such as

• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel

What Forth Ports can offer you

At Forth Ports, our people are our priority, and we are committed to creating a flexible, open, and supportive working culture. As part of our team, you will enjoy

• A competitive salary
• Discretionary bonus
• Paid overtime
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16.5% joint contribution plus life assurance at 4x salary
• Inhouse Occupational Health — Provides professional workplace health advice, support, and guidance for employees across all sites
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) — Delivered through Health Assured, offering 24/7, 365day confidential wellbeing support via the Wisdom app or telephone access, covering mental health, financial advice, legal guidance, and emotional wellbeing
• Physiotherapy Support — Access to physiotherapy sessions through three external providers in Scotland, plus an onsite physiotherapist once per week in Tilbury
• An annual Christmas thank you gift of a complimentary turkey or meat-free alternative for all employees
• GymFlex health club memberships offering discounted access to gyms including Nuffield Health, PureGym, Anytime Fitness, The Gym Group, and selected local gyms
• Cycle to Work scheme to support affordable, sustainable commuting
• On-site free parking available for all employees
• Attractive family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity cover
• Employee discount platform providing savings on UK-wide restaurants, retail, car rentals, days out, and holidays

We value diversity and inclusivity, and we are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will consider all applications for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

As a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, we are committed to ensuring that members of the Armed Forces community are treated fairly and are not disadvantaged in their civilian careers because of their service.

We welcome applications from veterans, reservists, cadet force adult volunteers, and military spouses/partners, and we actively support flexible and inclusive recruitment practices.

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and a cover letter when submitting your application via this link.