Port Operative (Permanent Nights)

Peel Ports -
Liverpool

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Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

Driving Licence
NVQ
HGV Licence
Communication skills

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Date: 6 May 2026

Location: Liverpool, GB, L21 1LA

Company: Peel Ports

Vacancy - Port Operative (Permanent Nights)

Are you excited by the opportunity to work in a fast paced, varied role? Do you want to join one of the UKs leading Port Operators in a role with progression opportunities from day one? We are seeking dedicated Port Operatives to join us working rotational shifts to help us ensure efficient and effective operation of our Containers terminal!

Your Role

In this role you will work within a team to carry out operations efficiently, effectively and in a safe manner. Ensuring on-time delivery of planned activity, continuous flow of productivity and high customer satisfaction levels.

You will start as Entry Level Port Operative (Shiphand, a labouring role) undertaking an NVQ Level 2 in Port Operations, with the expectation to progress into other roles, which may include:

Tug Driver
Straddle Carrier Operator
Fork Lift Truck Driver
Gantry Crane Operator
Hatch Clerk

What you'll bring

You will:

Have excellent communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team efficiently;
Have a positive approach towards flexible working and the necessity to work as per operational requirements (working a 5 on 3 off shift patten,
Demonstrate honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job;
Be able to understand and accurately follow management instructions and procedures, with awareness of Health and Safety and adherence to our Safety 365 policies and procedures;
A full driving licence is essential for this role. Possession of a HGV or Forklift Truck licence or previous experience would also be an advantage.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a full pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing, prior to starting along with Manual Handling and Working at Height training assessments during your training period.

Who are we?

Already one of the UK’s leading port and logistics companies, we are planning substantial capital investment over the next 5 years to achieve our vision of becoming the UK’s leading port operator. We have ambitious plans to grow and transform the supply chain to benefit our customers. Our investments are decarbonizing our operations, which in turn is helping us work towards our goal of having Net Zero Port Operations by 2040. Much of our success depends on our unrivalled facilities and technology. But in our sector, it comes down to having the right talent to enable our organisation to grow.

What we can offer you

In addition to a competitive salary, we have a strong track record of developing our people to expand their skills and experience and develop their careers. Valuing and rewarding our workforce is important to us which is why we offer a fantastic range of flexible benefits to choose from, such as:

26 days holiday per annum
Matched Contribution Pension
Peel Ports Flexible Benefits including healthcare cash plans, Cycle2Work Scheme, critical illness insurance, gyms, retail vouchers
Commitment to learning and personal development
We promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to colleagues via our employee assistance programme when required

If you believe you have the skills and experience we are seeking and you want to join a thriving and ambitious place to work, we’d really like to hear from you!

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