Freight Forwarder

Brook Street; Belfast City; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Brook Street in Belfast City Centre is seeking an Experienced Freight Forwarder with RoRo expertise to join our growing logistics team. You will coordinate the movement of RoRo freight across UK and European routes, managing bookings from start to delivery.

The role offers a negotiable salary depending on experience, with opportunities to develop in a supportive, professional environment within a reputable logistics organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience in freight forwarding, shipping or logistics.
• Strong RoRo knowledge with wheeled cargo movements.
• Experience with shipping lines, ferry operators or European road freight networks.
• Understanding of customs procedures and import/export documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage RoRo bookings and coordinate vessel schedules.
• Negotiate rates with shipping lines and secure space.
• Plan cost-effective transport solutions.
• Prepare and check shipping documentation, customs declarations and manifests.
• Act as main contact for customers, shipping lines, port operators and haulage providers.
• Coordinate movement of out-of-gauge cargo and heavy machinery shipments.
• Monitor shipment progress and provide updates to customers.
• Manage POD documentation and resolve delays.
• Ensure compliance with customs procedures and regulations.

Skills

RoRo operations

Freight forwarding

Logistics coordination

Customs declarations

Customer service

Multi-shipment management

Tools

Transport Management System (TMS)

Job description

Experienced Freight Forwarder (RoRo Specialist)

Belfast City Centre

Salary Negotiable Depending on Experience

A well-established logistics and freight organisation based in Belfast City Centre, to recruit an experienced Freight Forwarder with strong Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) shipping experience.

The Role

As a Freight Forwarder, you will be responsible for coordinating the efficient movement of RoRo freight across UK and European routes, ensuring shipments are managed from booking through to final delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing RoRo freight bookings and coordinating vessel schedules.
• Negotiating rates with shipping lines and securing vessel space.
• Planning cost-effective and efficient transport solutions.
• Preparing and checking all shipping documentation, customs declarations and manifests.
• Acting as the main point of contact for customers, shipping lines, port operators and haulage providers.
• Coordinating the movement of out-of-gauge (OOG) cargo and heavy machinery shipments.
• Monitoring shipment progress and providing proactive updates to customers.
• Managing Proof of Delivery (POD) documentation and resolving operational issues or delays.
• Ensuring compliance with customs procedures and industry regulations.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience within freight forwarding, shipping or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of RoRo operations and wheeled cargo movements.
• Experience working with shipping lines, ferry operators or European road freight networks.
• Good understanding of customs procedures and import/export documentation.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
• Experience using freight forwarding or Transport Management Systems (TMS).

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary tailored to your experience and background.
• Opportunity to join a respected and growing logistics organisation.
• Belfast City Centre location.
• Supportive and professional working environment.