Job Location: Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire
Job Type: Temporary
Salary: £15.00 - £16.00 per hour + Regular OT, Enhanced Holidays
Posted on: 20th Aug 2026
Job Reference: BBBH21386_1787224202

Steel Operative

£15.00 - £16.00 per hour
Overtime Available
Shift Allowances Paid
Various Shift Patterns Between 06:00 - 22:00

Join Stafforce Ports as a Steel Operative

Stafforce Ports are recruiting experienced Steel Operatives, FLT Drivers, Forklift Truck Operators, Overhead Crane Operators, Tug Drivers and candidates with HGV licences to support a busy steel handling operation within the Humber region.

This is an excellent opportunity for skilled operatives with experience in steel handling, port operations, FLT driving, crane operations and heavy industrial environments. We are looking for reliable individuals who put safety first and enjoy working as part of a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

As a Steel Operative, your duties will include:

Loading and unloading steel products safely and efficiently
Operating Forklift Trucks (FLT) and other plant equipment
Operating overhead cranes where qualified
Handling a variety of steel products including coils, plate and long products
Supporting warehouse, transport and port operations
Completing equipment inspections and safety checks
Following all site health and safety procedures
Working as part of a team to meet operational requirements

Skills and Experience

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in:

Steel Operative roles
Forklift Truck (FLT) operation
15 Tonne FLT Licence
Counterbalance Forklift operation
Overhead Crane operation
Tug Driving
HGV driving
Port Operative or Industrial Operative roles
Steel handling and steel loading

Don't worry if your FLT, Overhead Crane or other plant licences have expired. Stafforce Ports can support suitable candidates with refresher training and licence renewals, subject to experience and operational requirements.

What We Offer

Competitive pay rates of £15.00 - £16.00 per hour
Overtime opportunities
Shift allowance payments
Ongoing work with long-term opportunities
Full PPE provided
Training and development opportunities
Support with renewing expired FLT and crane licences for suitable candidates
Opportunity to develop a long-term career within the ports and logistics sector

Why Work for Stafforce Ports?

Stafforce Ports is one of the UK's leading ports and logistics recruitment specialists, supplying skilled workers across major port operations throughout the Humber and beyond.

When you join Stafforce Ports, you become part of a team that genuinely understands the ports industry and invests in its people. We offer regular work, ongoing support, career progression and access to some of the UK's largest port, logistics and industrial employers.

Whether you're an experienced Steel Operative, FLT Driver, Forklift Driver, Overhead Crane Operator, Tug Driver or hold an HGV licence, we'd like to hear from you.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

For more information on this vacancy please contact us on 01469263108.

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