**RECRUITMENT DAY ON WEDNESDAY 2ND SEPTEMBER 2026 **
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE DATE ABOVE. SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES, INVITE ONLY.
We are currently looking for Heavy Plant Drivers to join our team due to expansion of the Business.
London Gateway is the UK’s most integrated logistics hub; a state-of-the-art deep-sea port, rail terminal and logistics park on the same site.
SCPS has a long tradition of port operations – over six decades.
Together we provide skills and services to operators and other customers at DP World London Gateway.
The purpose of our Heavy Plant Operatives is to support in unloading and loading cargo containers within the port providing heavy plant driving in our Shuttles, Terminal Tractors and reach stackers.
Full training and PPE will be provided.
This is a physically demanding industry where it is imperative all operatives work in a safety critical environment, as a team and looking out for each other.
- Stanford Le Hope, Essex - £17.40 per hour (Overtime £22.62 p/h)
- 12hr shifts to cover a 24-hour operation
- Immediate Start / experience is necessary
Duties Include:
- Pinning – a task whereby a twist lock is placed into or removed from each underside corner of the container. The twist locks lock the stacks of cargo containers together when on the vessel.
- Shuttle Carrier & Terminal Truck driving – moving cargo containers from quayside to landside.
- Other duties associated with vessel loading/discharging operations and mooring.
- Monitor, maintain and support work practices with particular focus on Health & Safety.
Required
- Must be over the age of 18
- Must have Full UK Car licence
- Must be able to work at Heights
- Must have Heavy Plant driving experience
- Port experience will be an advantage but not essential.
What is in it for you:
- Comprehensive Training programme and continual development
- 4 on 2 off shift pattern (covering both days and nights)
- Wide range of opportunities to progress within the Company
- Bonus Scheme – linked to productivity
- 24 days paid holiday per year
- Access to Wellness Programme (Employee Assistance Programme)
- Life assurance
- Free onsite Gym
- Onsite Catering facilities
- Regular family events
Schedule Availability:
- 12 hour shifts 4 on 2 off (covering both days and nights)
- Overtime regularly available
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £17.40-£22.62 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Stanford-le-Hope SS17 9DY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Do you have heavy Plant driving experience (Essential)
- Are you available on Wednesday 2nd September 2026 for a recruitment day?
Licence/Certification:
- Full Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
