Port Worker Job Vacancy – Port Elizabeth (Nelson Mandela Bay)
Location: Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Reference: req5031
Division: TPT Port Elizabeth MPT
Department: TPT Operations (Eastern Cape)
Job Type: Non-Permanent
Grade: HRLYL1
Reporting To: Chief Operations Manager
Posted: 04 June 2026
Closing Date: 12 June 2026
Job Overview
A Port Worker position is available within terminal operations in Port Elizabeth. The role involves manual labour support to ensure safe, clean, and efficient cargo handling operations within the port environment, in line with standard operating procedures.
Preference will be given to applicants residing in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and persons living with disabilities.
Job Purpose
To provide operational labour support as directed by supervisors to maintain a safe working environment and ensure efficient cargo handling and terminal operations.
Key Responsibilities (Position Outputs)
- Cleaning of operational equipment (cranes, cabins, ship-to-shore crane windows, etc.)
- Inspection of container conditions
- Reefer container monitoring operations
- Opening and closing rail wagon twist-locks
- Loading, offloading, and slacking of cargo according to SOPs
- Hooking and unhooking cargo
- Tarping and untarping where applicable
- Placing and removing dunnage materials
- Cleaning operational areas including:
- Rail trucks
- Workshops and plant areas
- Offices, sheds, and ablution facilities
- Completing incident and accident reports
- Identifying correct cargo handling equipment and gear
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 qualification
- Minimum of 1 year relevant work experience
Competencies & Skills
Knowledge Areas:
- Terminal layout understanding
- Safety procedures in port operations
- Stack position awareness
Skills Required:
- Strong attention to detail
- High level of cleanliness and discipline
- Ability to follow operational instructions
Employment Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and targets of the organisation.
Application Information
Applicants must ensure that their application is received by HR before the closing date: 12 June 2026.