Freightliner is a leading UK intermodal logistics provider, offering rail, road and terminal solutions that connect ports, inland terminals and customer destinations across the UK. Through innovation, safety and sustainability, Freightliner delivers reliable, efficient and lower-carbon supply chain solutions for its customers.
In the UK the Freightliner Group operates under a number of legal entities including, Freightliner Ltd, Pentalver Transport Ltd, and Pentalver Cannock Ltd.
Job title: Cargo Handler
Location: Southampton (SO15 1AW)
Position Type: Permanent, full-time
Hours of work: 50 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Why join us?
- Competitive salary & benefits: We offer a competitive compensation package, including a pension scheme, life insurance, paid breaks, weekly pay, and enhanced overtime rates.
- Career development and progression: We provide regular training and career development opportunities to help you progress your career with us. You will have access to a range of external courses and in-house training programmes to support skill development and build confidence in your role.
- Award-winning safety culture: Join a business recognised for excellence and innovation, where safety is always our top priority.
- Family friendly benefits: We offerenhanced maternity and paternity pay and are proud to be Work180 endorsed employer.
- Employee well-being and support: Access our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), available 24/7, along with an employee benefits platform offering discounts and vouchers across a wide range of brands and retailers.
The role
With a new state of art infrastructure and recent investment in Vehicle Booking System (VBS) and technology, we are looking for the right individual to join and support our Cargo team in Southampton.
As a Cargo Handler, you will be responsible for loading and unloading import and cargo , in line with customer requirements. You will utilise bespoke technology to support your daily activities, while sharing our culture where health and safety is the number one priority.
Key responsibilities
- Safely secure and handle cargo, including loading export containers and unloading import containers in line with company procedures.
- Carry out thorough inspections of containers prior to export loading and on arrival for import, ensuring they are free from damage and meet customer and company standards.