{"id":62757,"date":"2026-08-18T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-17T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.desiblitz.com\/jobs\/job\/port-operative-rigger\/"},"modified":"2026-08-18T02:21:57","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T01:21:57","slug":"port-operative-rigger","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/www.desiblitz.com\/jobs\/job\/port-operative-rigger\/","title":{"rendered":"Port Operative\/Rigger"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Stafforce Ports are recruiting for Rigger\/Lasher Port Operatives to work for our prestigious client based at Tilbury Docks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Responsibilities:<\/strong> <br \/>&#8211; working on vessels\/ships supporting the loading and unloading of containers <br \/>&#8211; you will be responsible for working in a team environment chaining and unchaining containers to the ship to secure in transit <br \/>&#8211; working as a banksman, responsible for the direction of tug drivers on ship and safety positioning of the team <br \/>&#8211; Inspect tools and equipment and report any damages <br \/>&#8211; Adhere to safety protocols + processes and maintain a clean and organised work environment <br \/><strong>Skills:<\/strong> <br \/>&#8211; previous port experience a benefit but not essential as full training will be given <br \/>&#8211; Able to pass port specific tests such as drug and alcohol testing <br \/>&#8211; Having a full UK Driving Licence and your own transport is preferred but not essential. <br \/>&#8211; Ability to work in an industrial high focused safety critical work area, and perform physical tasks. <br \/>&#8211; Strong attention to detail and accuracy whilst onboard ship. <\/p>\n<p>Pay: \u00a313.30 &#8211; \u00a320.40 per hour plus potential \u00a31.50 per hour Attendance Bonus <br \/>Schedule:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Split shift operation<\/li>\n<li>Day shift<\/li>\n<li>Flexitime<\/li>\n<li>7 Day a week operation<\/li>\n<li>Expected hours 35 to 40 per week.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Supplemental pay types:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bonus scheme<\/li>\n<li>Welfare Support via or App<\/li>\n<li>Well-being Support via our App<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Licence\/Certification:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Driving Licence (preferred but not essential).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Please apply online or contact Neil Person directly.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p>REF: PO1<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><strong>About Us<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. 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