Job Description

RECRUITMENT DAY ON WEDNESDAY 22nd OCTOBER 2025 - PLUS MORE TO FOLLOW

PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE DATE ABOVE. SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES, INVITE ONLY.

Ongoing recruitment - future recruitment days will be arranged over the next few months.

Terminal Operative - Port

Due to winning additional contracts and an increase in requests for our services, we are currently expanding and have some fantastic opportunities for Terminal Operatives at London Gateway, Stanford Le Hope, Essex. 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 Terminal Operative role is to support in unloading and loading cargo containers within the port providing pinning, lashing and onto heavy plant driving services in line with our customer requirements.

Full training and PPE will be provided, and no previous experience is necessary.

If you're over 18, have a full UK driving license, a head for heights and a can-do attitude, apply now for a rewarding career in a vibrant, inclusive workplace. We value diversity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds. Join us and be part of something special!

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 - 14.63 - 17.40 per hour (Overtime 19.02 - 22.62 p/h)

- 12hr shifts to cover a 24-hour operation

- Immediate Start / no experience necessary

Duties Include:

Pinning - a task whereby a twistlock is placed into or removed from each underside corner of the container. The twistlocks lock the stacks of cargo containers together when on the vessel.

To lash cargo containers on board vessels in a safe and efficient manner. (Lashing - when containers are secured/unsecured on ships for transport).

Progression from Pinning and Lashing onto 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.

What is in it for you:

Comprehensive Training programme and continual development

1 weekend off in 4 with advance notice of rotated days off

Wide range of opportunities to progress within the Company

Bonus Scheme - linked to productivity

28 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 - mixture of days and nights, inclusive of weekends

Overtime regularly available

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 14.63-22.62 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

Stanford-le-Hope SS17 9DY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Are you available on Wednesday 22nd October 2025 for a recruitment day?
Licence/Certification:

Full Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person