Freight Safety and Securing Operative

Carlisle Support Services Group; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support services company in Folkestone is hiring a Freight Safety & Securing Operative. This role involves ensuring vehicle safety and customer support at the Eurotunnel terminal. You will apply wheel chocks, inspect vehicles and assist passengers. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, physically fit, and has a positive attitude. A full UK driving license is desirable. The role offers competitive pay and opportunities for career development in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Health and Wellbeing Plans

Flexible financial support

Full induction and training

Quality kit and uniform

Employee Assistance Program

Refer a Friend Scheme

Long service and recognition awards

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a 5-year checkable employment/education history.
• Pass a safety-critical medical.

Responsibilities

• Apply and remove wheel chocks to HGVs boarding the shuttle.
• Conduct pre- and post-journey checks on freight vehicles.
• Greet drivers and passengers and assist them.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Confident verbal and written communication

Physical fitness for manual tasks

Attention to detail

Job description

# Freight Safety and Securing Operative## Job IntroductionThe Benefits:* Health and Wellbeing Plans – including our family-friendly maternity policy.* Flexible financial support with instant access to earned and authorised wages.* Benefits for all – vouchers, discounts and rewards for shopping, eating out, cinema tickets, gym membership and plenty of others to help you save money every day.* Full induction, ongoing training, and structured career development to help you thrive in your role.* Quality kit and uniform – so you feel comfortable and can perform your role effectively.* Fully funded SIA top-up training from our own team of in-house trainers.* Employee Assistance Program – supporting your mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing at all times.* Refer a Friend Scheme – earn £100 for every person you refer who starts with us.* Long service and recognition awards - celebrating your achievements. Our client:Join the team behind one of Europe’s busiest and most unique transport systems. We're hiring reliable, safety-focused, and customer-oriented individuals to support *Eurotunnel* — the high-speed vehicle shuttle service connecting the UK and France.This is your opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, hands-on environment, where no two days are the same. You'll be part of a close-knit, professional team helping ensure the safety and smooth movement of freight vehicles and passengers. The Role: Freight Safety & Securing OperativeIn this dual-role position, you’ll be responsible for both operational safety and customer interaction. You'll work on-site at the Eurotunnel terminal, ensuring vehicles are secure and passengers are supported from arrival to departure, working shifts across a 24/7 period.Key responsibilities include:* Vehicle Securing: Apply and remove wheel chocks to HGVs boarding the shuttle.* Safety Inspections: Conduct pre- and post-journey checks on freight vehicles and trains.* Customer Support: Greet drivers and passengers, provide clear instructions, and assist with their journey.* Team Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues in a safety-critical, high-traffic setting.* On-site Driving: Operate company vehicles within the terminal (as required).About YouWe’re looking for dependable team players who can stay calm under pressure and bring a positive, can-do attitude to work every day.You’ll need:* Strong customer service skills and a friendly, approachable manner.* Confident verbal and written communication.* Physical fitness for manual tasks and on-your-feet work.* High attention to detail and commitment to safety protocols.* Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and holidays.* Previous experience in logistics, transport, or customer service (preferred).* Full UK driving licence (desirable).RequirementsTo be eligible for this role, you must:* Be at least 18 years old.* Have a 5-year checkable employment/education history.* Be eligible to work in the UK.* Pass a UK DBS and (if applicable) an overseas background check.* Pass a safety-critical medical.You’ll also need to provide original documents during the vetting process. This may include: Passport, Driving Licence, Utility Bill (dated within 3 months), HMRC letter, Bank Statement, Payslip, Birth Certificate, or a valid Share Code.* Be part of a unique, high-profile European transport operation.* Work in a dynamic, people-first environment.* Gain valuable experience in a safety-critical logistics role.* Opportunities for ongoing training and development.Join a growing market-leading brand of support services to work with the UK’s largest brands such as Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Jaguar Land Rover, Tesco, BBC StudioWorks, and many more.Carlisle currently employees over 5,000 dedicated and enthusiastic staff members to deliver events, security cleaning, and retail facilities support services across the UK’s most renowned sites and critical infrastructure.Apply today to find out more and embark on an exciting career journey filled with unrivalled recognition schemes and progression opportunities aimed at helping you achieve your true potential.Equality, Diversity, and InclusionAt Carlisle, we are committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in all areas of employment, recruitment and selection, training, development, and promotion.In all situations people will be judged solely on merit or ability.#IHPSTH| OpenStreetMap contributors### Freight Safety and Securing Operative* **Salary** £12.68 - £13.08* **Frequency** Hourly* **Job Reference** carlisless/TP/5204/2160* **Contract Type** Full Time* **Closing Date** 07 February, 2026* **Job Category** Events* **Business Unit** Eurotunnel* **Location** Folkestone, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 08 January, 2026### Spread the word### Jobs in the same category