Driver; Port Service Operative

Driver (Port Service Operative) – Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Location: Belfast

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £33,927

• Safely operate a Tugmaster to transfer trailers on and off vessels.
• Assist with mooring and vessel loading/unloading procedures.
• Marshal freight and passenger vehicles for embarkation and disembarkation.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety across port areas.
• Follow structured operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Adapt to training on new equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth port operations.

This role follows a structured rota with clearly defined working hours and scheduled days off, offering predictability and balance.

Reliable, adaptable, and proactive team players who thrive in fast‑paced environments. The candidate will:

• Stay calm under pressure and uphold high safety and service standards.
• Follow structured processes and be open to training on new equipment.
• Live within commuting distance of Belfast.

A safety‑first professional with experience operating large vehicles such as HGVs, Tug masters, or agricultural machinery. You enjoy hands‑on work, adapt quickly, and bring strong team spirit to every shift. Your communication skills and customer‑focused mindset make you a great fit for our port operations team.

• Experience operating large vehicles (HGVs, Tug masters, or similar).
• Previous work in port operations or logistics is a plus.
• Full, clean driving licence.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Commitment to safety and following structured procedures.

• Tug master training
• Concessionary travel on Irish Sea/North Sea routes
• 75% discount on UK Rail travel
• Company pension & life assurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, digital fitness, and equipment
• Wellbeing cash plan (dental, eye tests, health screening, etc.)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training, coaching, and career development
• Opportunities for paid overtime subject to operational demands

This permanent role is based in Belfast within our Ports and Terminals department.

To apply, register your profile and submit your CV (in English) as soon as possible. We’re reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

Recruitment process: a phone interview followed by a driving assessment in Belfast. Successful candidates will undergo a tailored 2‑3 week training programme.

Please note:

Due to GDPR, we do not accept applications via email or post.

Contact:
Phil Howarth, Talent Acquisition Co‑ordinator –

We kindly decline offers from recruitment or staffing agencies for this role.

About Stena Line:
We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and supported.