Ocean Export Operator

White Recruitment Construction; England; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established logistics company in Eastleigh is seeking an Ocean Export Operator to manage diverse shipments and support the growth of their ocean exports team. This role offers a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Incremental annual salary reviews

Opportunities for training and career development

Qualifications

• Experience in ocean exports operations required.
• Knowledge of customs and documentation processes.
• Dangerous goods experience is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle ocean export shipments.
• Prepare and manage export documentation and customs entries.
• Coordinate with shipping lines and clients.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Knowledge of freight systems

Tools

Cargowise

Job description

Position: Ocean Export Operator

Location: Eastleigh
Salary: Up to £33,000

Hours: Mon – Fri 9:00am – 17:00pm (Hybrid)

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Are you an experienced Ocean Export Operator looking for your next opportunity with a company that values your expertise and offers long-term growth?

We’re a well-established, privately owned freight and logistics group based in Eastleigh, and we’re expanding our ocean exports team. We’re looking for someone with a strong understanding of start-to-finish export operations to support a diverse range of shipments, from standard containers to complex out-of-gauge projects.

Your Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle ocean export shipments, including:
• RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off)
• Break bulk
• Out of gauge (OOG)
• Coordinate with shipping lines, hauliers, and international partners
• Prepare and manage export documentation and customs entries
• Liaise with clients to provide clear communication and exceptional service
• Handle occasional dangerous goods shipments (full training provided)
• Provide rates and quotes
• Raise commercial invoices.

Essential experience:

• Experience in ocean exports operations
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Confident communicator with attention to detail
• Knowledge of freight systems and export procedures (customs, documentation, etc.)
• Dangerous goods experience is a plus – but not essential (we’ll provide full training)
• Cargowise experience is an advantage

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £33,000 (DOE)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Incremental annual salary reviews
• Supportive, team-focused working environment
• Opportunities for training and career development

Join a company where you’re more than just a number – where your input is valued, and your career is supported.

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Tagged as: Freight Forwarding, ocean export, Ocean Freight, out of gauge, RoRo, sea export