Stena Line
Port Maintenance Operative
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Introduction
At Stena Line, we work together to transform our business and achieve our vision – Connecting Europe for a sustainable future. Great teamwork and a friendly atmosphere are in our DNA. We are true problem-solvers and are always up for a new challenge.
Are you practical, reliable and safety-focused, with experience in maintenance, construction or a similar environment? Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your skills and play an important role in keeping our port operations running safely and efficiently?
As a Port Maintenance Operative, you will provide on-site maintenance support to our Technical Services team, helping to maintain the port, respond to defects and ensure our facilities and machinery are kept in a safe and operational condition. You’ll work as part of a close-knit team where no two days are necessarily the same, with opportunities to learn new skills and take on a variety of tasks.
The journey starts with us – come join our family!
Some Of Your Key Responsibilities
- Carry out routine maintenance and respond to defects across the port to support the safe and efficient operation of the site.
- Carry out general inspections and upkeep of the port, identifying and reporting any issues as directed by your Supervisor.
- Operate machinery and equipment where appropriately trained and qualified to complete allocated tasks safely and effectively.
- Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and records to support the ongoing operation and servicing of port machinery and equipment.
- Work alongside colleagues and external contractors, providing assistance where required while ensuring all work is carried out safely and to the required standards.
What You Will Experience
As a Port Maintenance Operative, you’ll be part of a team that plays an important role in keeping our port operations running safely and efficiently.
The role offers variety, with tasks and priorities changing depending on the current workload and operational requirements. Weekly work schedules will provide details of the tasks to be completed, but flexibility is important as priorities can change.
A large proportion of the role will involve working outdoors and in varying weather conditions. Some tasks may require you to use boats to access work areas, with suitable equipment and training provided. There may also be occasions where you are required to work in confined spaces, with appropriate training and equipment provided.
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This is an opportunity to develop your practical skills, gain experience across a range of maintenance activities and work within a supportive team environment.
Benefits
- Fantastic work-life balance
- Concessionary travel on any route on the Irish Sea/North Sea
- 75% discounts on UK rail travel
- Company pension & life assurance scheme
- Discounts on gym memberships, digital fitness subscriptions and equipment
- Wellbeing cash plan where you can claim back expenses for dental, eyesight testing, health screening and much more
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Continuous training, coaching and development within a helpful and encouraging environment, with progression opportunities
Who You Are
At Stena Line, your personality matters as much as how good you are at what you do. Regardless of your role, our values of Welcoming, Caring and Reliable guide us in our everyday work and the challenges we face.
We are looking for someone who is practical, dependable and willing to learn, with a strong focus on safety and quality.
Requirements
- A full, clean driving licence
- Basic educational or vocational training, or demonstrable previous experience within a construction, maintenance or similar practical environment
- Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic
- Good attention to detail and a strong awareness of health and safety
- Able to demonstrate the skills, knowledge, attributes, training and experience required to fulfil the role
- Willingness to learn new skills, take on new tasks and adapt to changing operational requirements
- Comfortable working outdoors and in varying weather conditions
Desirable
- Relevant machinery or plant driving certificates, such as Telehandler, Forklift Truck or Tractor & Trailer
- Health and Safety training
- CSCS or similar certification for working on construction sites
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Previous experience operating machinery or working within a port, construction, engineering or maintenance environment would be advantageous.
Interested?
In order to ensure fair and unbiased selection, we do not request a personal letter. Instead, we request your responses to our selection questions. If you proceed, you will then receive an email with a link to our recruitment assessments, objectively identifying the most suitable candidate for the role.
This is a full-time, permanent position within our Port Operations/Technical Services team. To apply, please register your profile and send in your CV in English by the deadline of 12th October 2026. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
To ensure the secure and structured processing of your personal data, we only accept applications submitted through our online recruitment system.
If you have any questions regarding the position or the recruitment process, please contact Phil Howarth at Phillip.howarth@stenaline.com
Please note that we kindly decline any offers from recruitment or staffing agencies regarding this recruitment.
About Stena Line
As a leader in sustainable shipping, Stena Line has Europe’s most comprehensive route network focusing on transportation of both passengers and freight. We have over 8,750 employees in our Stena Line family across Scandinavia, around the UK, the North Sea and the Baltics, all actively supporting the daily business.
Our purpose is to be a trusted link between people, places and societies. We play a vital role in keeping everything connected. We make sure people and goods arrive where they need to be, enabling business to thrive and societies to grow. We connect family and friends, and make it possible to explore new destinations or revisit favourite places.
We are committed to maintaining and developing a sustainable working environment, free from harassment, that gives equal opportunities to everyone. We embrace equality, diversity and inclusion – and welcome all applicants.
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