Port Coordinator

Wolviston Recruitment partners; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolviston Management Services Limited is seeking a proactive Port Coordinator to join the Port Operations team in Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire. You will coordinate vessel loading and discharge, labour and equipment to meet operational needs while ensuring safety and customer service standards.

Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you will monitor performance, address delays and contribute to continuous improvements in efficiency and accuracy across port activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in port operations or logistics environments.
• Ability to coordinate resources and maintain safety standards.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily port operations, including vessel loading and discharge.
• Plan labour, plant and equipment to meet demand.
• Arrange agency labour and maintain timesheets.
• Monitor performance and minimise delays.
• Liaise with vessel crews, agents, hauliers and customers.
• Maintain cargo records and KPI information for invoicing.

Skills

Port operations

Logistics coordination

Labour coordination

Stakeholder management

Job description

Location: Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire

Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time

Ref: 1755150

Port Coordinator

Location: Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire

Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time

Closing Date: Nov 30th, 2026

Ref: 1755150

Port Coordinator
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
The Opportunity
Wolviston Management Services are pleased to be supporting our client in the recruitment of an organised and proactive Port Coordinator to join their established Port Operations team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and dynamic port and logistics environment, playing a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient and effective coordination of daily port activities.
Working closely with the Head of Port Operations and Shipping Coordinator, the successful candidate will support vessel operations, resource planning, labour coordination and operational performance, ensuring activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with customer requirements.
We are keen to hear from individuals with a background in port operations, logistics, transport or similar operational environments who enjoy working in a fast-paced setting and have a proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving.
The Role
As Port Coordinator, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day running of port operations, ensuring resources, equipment and personnel are effectively coordinated to meet operational demands.
You will work closely with internal teams, shipping agents, contractors and customers to ensure vessel loading and discharge activities are delivered efficiently, whilst maintaining high standards of safety, communication and customer service.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating daily port operations, including vessel loading and discharge activities, berth allocation and operational planning.
• Supporting the effective allocation of labour, plant, equipment and other operational resources.
• Arranging agency labour and maintaining accurate manning reports, timesheets and associated records.
• Monitoring operational performance, identifying potential delays and implementing solutions to minimise disruption.
• Liaising with vessel crews, shipping agents, hauliers, contractors, customers and internal departments.
• Maintaining accurate operational documentation, including cargo records, KPIs, purchase requisitions and information required for invoicing.
• Supporting health and safety compliance through daily port inspections, audits and the reporting of potential hazards.
• Assisting with incident investigations, corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Working closely with Engineering and Maintenance teams to ensure operational equipment remains available and fit for purpose.
• Coordinating the ordering and availability of lifting equipment, consumables, PPE and other operational supplies.
• Supporting cargo checks, quayside stock monitoring and the accurate recording of handling and storage charges.
• Providing weighbridge cover and additional operational support when required.
• Identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency, resource utilisation and customer service.

About You
We are looking for a motivated, organised and commercially aware individual who thrives in a busy operational environment and takes pride in delivering high standards of service.
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