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Mooring Assistant (ad-hoc zero hours)

The Company

Since the 1970’s the Briggs Group have grown to become one of the world leaders in the marine and environmental services industry, currently employing just under 800 dedicated members of staff.

Providing clients with services ranging from terminal operations to subsea cable repair, we are committed to employing dedicated and skilled staff looking for a career that offers stability, genuine career progression and recognition.

Our core values support the Company’s mission and decision making and provides a benchmark for everything that we believe in. They are the Companies fundamental beliefs and are integrated into every employee process shaping the Company’s culture for future success.

The Role

We are currently looking at adding to a well established team of Mooring Assistants based in Stanlow/Tranmere. The role of a Mooring Assistant is to undertake and assist with mooring activities at Stanlow Oil Refinery on the Manchester Ship Canal. There is also opportunities to undertake Jetty and maintenance operations as well as training to be a competent Berth Operator.

Principal Responsibilities

  • Mooring and unmooring of vessels of all sizes.
  • Assisting with Connection / dis-connection of Tranmere Tankers
  • Additional training and opportunities for maintenance work around site
  • Oil spill response training and exercises
  • Connecting and disconnecting loading arms, hoses and spool pieces

The Candidate

You will be self motivated and confident in your own ability to train and undertake responsibilities required, this is an ad-hoc zero hours contract so you must be flexible with working hours to assist with the operation when required. Excellent opportunity to join the team on a permanent basis or if looking for extra working hours then this would be of interest.

What’s in it for you

We offer an excellent package with pension, life assurance, Cycle to Work scheme and much more as well as opportunities for on-the-job training and career progression within a stable environment.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining.

Next Steps

You must be able to provide relevant documentation confirming that you have the right to work in the UK.


  • Role Details

  • Location
    Stanlow
  • Role Type
    Ad-hoc Zero hours contract
  • Closing Date
    Apr 12, 2024
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