Sea Freight Export Operator

£28,000 - £34,000 | Bonus + Excellent Benefits

If you’re an experienced Sea Freight Export Operator looking for a role where you’re trusted to run your own shipment and are genuinely valued for what you do, this could be the move you’ve been waiting for.

You’ll be joining a well-established logistics business that combines strong performance with a supportive, people-first culture, and you will be part of a team that takes pride in doing things properly.

What you’ll get:

• Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:15pm
• £28,000 - £34,000
• Bonus scheme
• 6% pension contribution, increasing with length of service
• Private healthcare and dental after 12 months service
• Free gym membership
• Long service rewards

What you’ll be doing:

You’ll take full responsibility for your sea freight export shipments, from quote through to final invoice, making sure everything runs smoothly and profitably. Day-to-day, that means:

• Speaking with customers and providing competitive, accurate quotes
• Booking and coordinating shipments with carriers, hauliers, and overseas agents
• Handling all export documents (Bills of Lading, customs entry, shipping instructions, manifests)
• Tracking shipments and keeping customers updated
• Managing costs, margins, and ensuring each job is completed correctly
• Resolving issues quickly when delays or challenges arise
• Acting as a reliable point of contact for customers

What they’re looking for

• Experience in sea freight exports
• Comfortable managing shipments from start to finish
• Strong knowledge of export documentation
• LCL experience (helpful but not essential)
• Someone organised, proactive, and confident in dealing with customers
• Able to stay calm and solutions-focused when things don’t go to plan

This role would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership, cares about the detail, and wants to be part of a business where their work is recognised.