FM Conway are searching for an enthusiastic Wharf Operative to join us at our Erith Wharf. Working a mixture of day and night shifts, you will join us on a permanent basis.

The duties of the Wharf Operative role will include:

- Reporting, plant & site maintenance to be carried out prior to vessel berthing and departure

- Maintaining high standards of Housekeeping

- Boarding vessel upon arrival, to act as FMC shipping agency upon request

- Working from height & above water to safely be able to board each vessel is critical for this task

- Carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance to the site and ship to shore system

What skills and experience do you need?

We are looking for a self-motivated individual who can work within a small team. Having Good Knowledge of Heavy Plant including hydraulic systems and Knowledge of cranes, working at height with vessels and conveyor systems would be beneficial.

What benefits will you receive?

As our Wharf Operative we will offer you a range of fantastic benefits including career and professional development, 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, life assurance, healthcare, a car allowance, opportunities for internal and external training and access to a wide range of shopping discounts through our Rewarding Great People platform. We will also offer you a range of health and well-being benefits including 24-hour advice lines, and support from our in-house mental health first aiders.

A brief introduction to FM Conway and our Aggregate and Asphalt Division

FM Conway is a business of families with over 60 years’ experience of creating sustainable and innovative transportation solutions. We pride ourselves on our core values, creating a culture around Care, Innovation, Integrity and Excellence. As a family business, the heart of FM Conway has, and always will be, its great people and we are always searching for talented individuals to join our family.

Our Aggregate and Asphalt division manufactures a range of high-quality products that can be adapted to suit the specific needs of our customers. We recycle highways arising at our unique static crushing, washing and grading plants. The Recycled Asphalt Product (RAP) is used in our local asphalt plants to supply construction sites across London and Southern England. You will be joining a thriving team who are committed to our vision and continued investment in our self-delivery model.

So, if you would like to Join our Family as our Wharf Operative then please click ‘apply’ today.

Closing Date: 12/09/2025

FM Conway is an award-winning equal opportunities employer. We recognise that our workforce should reflect our diverse communities and we are proudly committed to creating an inclusive culture in which we celebrate and value individuals from all walks of life. EDI-Strategy

 At our heart we are a family that recognises and embraces individuality, so if you are excited about this role but you are unsure if you meet all of the criteria, we encourage you to apply anyway as you may still be the right candidate for this or another role we are recruiting for.

 We look forward to receiving your application!