Operations Supervisor

WR Logistics; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global logistics company in Southampton seeks a Shipping and Container Operations Supervisor. The role involves supervising a team, overseeing import/export operations, and ensuring compliance with cargo documentation and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in logistics operations and a supervisory background. Salary is competitive, offering £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience, along with various benefits including a bonus scheme and robust training opportunities.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Private Medical Scheme

Pension - 13% after 2 years

Income Protection

Life Assurance

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Excellent training programme

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven background in shipping operations.
• Strong supervisory skills with team engagement experience.
• Familiarity with cargo documentation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support the team in operations.
• Oversee import/export operations and documentation.
• Liaise with vessel agencies and port staff for compliance.
• Monitor vessel turnaround and flag risks.
• Drive operational efficiency and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Experience in maritime, shipping line, port agency, or logistics operations

Supervisory/team lead/management experience

Knowledge of CNS, Destin8, or equivalent systems

Ability to work in a busy environment

Job description

Overview

Shipping and Container Operations Supervisor
Location: Southampton
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000pa (DOE)

Are you an experienced Operations Supervisor or Team Lead with a background in Container Operations for a UK based Shipping Line? This role offers an opportunity to advance your career within an established and highly regarded Global Logistics Company.

Working Hours: Monday - Friday (8:30am - 17:30pm)

Package Benefits:

• Bonus Scheme
• Private Medical Scheme
• Pension - 13% after 2 years
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Excellent training programme
• Opportunities and encouragement for progression within the company

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support the team, ensuring engagement, training, and effective workload distribution
• Oversee import/export operations, cargo documentation (CNS/Destin8), manifests, and port clearance
• Act as primary liaison with vessel agencies, stevedores, and port staff; attend vessels on arrival to resolve issues and ensure compliance
• Monitor vessel turnaround, resources, and communications; flag risks or delays to stakeholders
• Drive operational efficiency, control costs, and ensure regulatory and safety compliance (including dangerous goods)

Requirements

• Experience in maritime, shipping line, port agency, or logistics operations
• Previous supervisory/team lead/management exposure
• Working knowledge of CNS, Destin8, or equivalent cargo documentation systems
• Ability to thrive in a busy work environment

About the Agency

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy