Stevedore Supervisor

Overview

Duties will be to supervise our Stevedoring operations during stowage & unloading of vessels, general operations within the port warehousing. You must be able to demonstrate the ability to keep your team motivated, focused and performing to the very highest standards. It is envisaged that the successful individuals will become part of our flexible workforce & learn all parts of the operations to enable them to work in other areas of the business where necessary.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Stevedoring operations during stowage & unloading of vessels and general operations within the port warehousing.
• Keep the team motivated, focused and performing to high standards.
• Learn all parts of the operations to enable work in other areas of the business where necessary.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience of heavy lifting operations would be advantageous.
• Experience of working at height would be advantageous.
• Full driving licence is essential as the Port operates across five sites.
• Flexibility to work seven days per week including night shifts and Bank Holidays.

Remuneration

• Starting salary £33k rising to £36k after training for 37.5 hours per week
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of 8 statutory days)

Why work at Port of Blyth?

The Port of Blyth values its employees as its most important assets and provides a comprehensive range of benefits, including a competitive salary, a generous bonus program, free private medical coverage, and regular staff events to create a supportive environment for employees to excel in.

About Port of Blyth

Port of Blyth is the port operating division of Blyth Harbour Commission, an independent statutory trust established in 1882. It is one of the largest Trust Port's in the UK handling cargo across four terminals based around the River Blyth. Together with major logistics and training divisions, the Port group has a growing turnover exceeding £31 million, driven by growth across a variety of sectors including offshore energy. Other trade handled includes containers, dry bulks (coal, aggregates, cement etc.) and marine fuels.

How to apply

Please apply with full CV (including details of current salary) to Stuart Balmer-Howieson (HR & Safety Manager).

Interviews to be held w/c 9th February 2026 (In person)

Closing - 05/02/2026