Port Vehicle Movement Driver

The Opportunity

Westray Recruitment Group is recruiting 15 to 20 reliable and safety-conscious drivers to support the arrival of large car vessels carrying brand-new vehicles.

This is a unique opportunity to work within a busy port environment, driving brand-new cars from the vessel and parking them safely in designated bays.

Please be aware that this is not consistent, full-time employment. On average, successful candidates can expect approximately two 12-hour shifts every 10 days. Work is dependent on vessel arrivals, and shift dates, times and availability may change at short notice.

The first vessel is currently expected to arrive on 10th August 2026; however, vessel schedules are subject to change.

The Role

As a Port Vehicle Movement Driver, you will board the vessel and carefully drive brand-new vehicles to allocated parking areas within the port.

As all vehicles are new, the highest standards of care, cleanliness and professionalism must be maintained. Full PPE must be worn, and all procedures must be followed to protect both employees and the vehicles.

Your duties will include:

Boarding the car vessel safely and following all port and vessel procedures

Driving brand-new vehicles from the vessel to designated parking bays

Manoeuvring and parking vehicles carefully, accurately and efficiently

Following instructions from supervisors, banksmen and the vessel operations team

Maintaining exceptional cleanliness and hygiene when entering and operating vehicles

Wearing all required PPE correctly throughout each shift

Conducting basic visual checks and reporting any damage or concerns immediately

Handling vehicle keys in line with agreed procedures

Potentially driving a minibus carrying up to eight passengers between operational areas

Supporting the safe and efficient unloading of each vessel

Following all health and safety, traffic-management and port-security requirements

Driving Licence Requirements

Applicants must:

Be at least 21 years old

Hold a full UK driving licence

Have held their licence for a minimum of one year

Have no more than six penalty points

Be comfortable potentially driving a minibus carrying up to eight passengers

The Person

We are looking for candidates who:

Are dependable and flexible

Are comfortable with temporary, intermittent work rather than guaranteed full-time hours

Have a careful and responsible approach to driving

Can follow detailed instructions and strict procedures

Take pride in maintaining excellent cleanliness and hygiene standards

Are comfortable working aboard a vessel and within a busy port environment

Can complete 12-hour shifts

Can work safely and efficiently as part of a large operational team

Understand that working dates may change in line with vessel schedules

Pre-employment Requirements

Successful candidates must:

Complete and pass a drug and alcohol test before starting

Provide their full UK driving licence for verification

Attend the required site induction

Meet all port-security and right-to-work requirements

Wear the full PPE provided while undertaking their duties

What Is in It for You

£13.13 per hour

Approximately two 12-hour shifts every 10 days

A unique opportunity to work aboard a car vessel

Full PPE provided

Potential access to further vessel work, subject to operational requirements and performance

Please note that hours are not guaranteed. This is temporary, vessel-dependent work and is not a consistent full-time position. Dates, shift times and the volume of work available may change according to vessel schedules and operational requirements.

To apply

Please send your CV to (url removed), or alternatively, please call us on (phone number removed) option 1
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed