Freight Operations Coordinator - Vessel & Customs

Dfds A/S; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests

Employee assistance programme

Retail discounts

Healthcare cashback

Wellbeing platform

Mental health support

Job summary

DFDS A/S in Portsmouth is seeking a Freight Operations Co-ordinator to ensure smooth, safe freight operations. You’ll work five from seven, between 05:00 and 00:00, handling customs clearance, vessel coordination and daily logistics with planning and port authorities.

You will be relied on for accuracy and proactive communication; you’ll join a hands-on team and have opportunities to develop through in-house training and a broad benefits package.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused and organised.
• Confident communicating with teams and authorities.
• Experience with customs documentation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Check in trailers and vehicles for shipment.
• Prepare vessel loads before arrival and assist with loading and discharging.
• Ensure Dangerous Goods Manifests and stowage plans are accurate.
• Communicate via UHF radios during vessel operations.
• Coordinate with authorities to meet safety and compliance standards.
• Verify hazardous materials using Hazcheck.
• Handle customs clearance and ensure all documentation is correct.

Skills

Customer focus

Organised

Communication

Initiative

Professionalism

Tools

Hazcheck

Job description

DFDS A/S in Portsmouth is seeking a Freight Operations Co-ordinator to ensure smooth, safe freight operations. You’ll work five from seven, between 05:00 and 00:00, handling customs clearance, vessel coordination and daily logistics with planning and port authorities.

You will be relied on for accuracy and proactive communication; you’ll join a hands-on team and have opportunities to develop through in-house training and a broad benefits package.