Bagging Plant Operator

We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year.

It’s a story we’re proud of but it doesn’t end there. We’re transforming our business and embracing the future.

We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.

Purpose

Reporting to the Bagging Plant Supervisor. The main purpose of the role is to deliver Yara a safe and effective bagging and distribution operation within the Port of Ayr.

Principal Accountabilities

• Work in compliance with the ABP Safety Policy, environmental policy, security and all other written instructions and guidance.
• Carry out pre user checks on all plant authorised to operate. Record and report defects to the Supervisor, Operations Manager or Engineering Department.
• Responsibility for own safety and the safety of other staff in compliance with ABP Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Receiving and bagging bulk fertilisers in accordance with Yara procedures for the storage and handling of fertilisers.
• Operate all authorised equipment as trained or instructed.
• Handling of other cargoes and assisting Operations Department where required.
• Loading and unloading of transport at the terminals to a high standard.
• Maintenance and cleaning of the terminals to a high standard.
• Be vigilant to suspicious activity and perform security duties where required.

Competencies, Skills, Experiences & Qualifications

Essential

• To work in compliance with the ABP Safety, Environmental and Security policies
• Aptitude to learn new skills and have a flexible outlook
• Be physically fit and carry out manual tasks
• Ability to fit into and enhance the existing team

Ideal

• Experience of bagging equipment working to production KPI’s
• Knowledge of fertiliser transport and storage standards and accreditations.

Additional Information:

When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.
Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.