Ocean Export Operator

Ocean Export Operator. Vehicle Shipping

Location:

Bristol
Salary:
From £36,000 per annum

Hours:

Monday to Friday
Benefits:
Company pension and on-site parking

I am recruiting for an experienced Ocean Export Operator to join a well-established international shipping business specialising in the worldwide export of vehicles.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ocean freight professional who enjoys managing shipments from initial booking through to final delivery. You will take full ownership of vehicle export movements while acting as the main point of contact for customers, shipping lines and overseas agents.

The position offers genuine responsibility, autonomy and the opportunity to develop specialist expertise within the vehicle shipping sector.

The Role

As the Ocean Export Operator, you will manage worldwide vehicle export shipments from start to finish.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing international vehicle export shipments end-to-end

Acting as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the shipping process

Liaising with shipping lines, NVOCCs and overseas partners

Securing bookings and managing vessel schedules

Preparing shipping instructions and Bills of Lading

Completing export customs declarations through HMRC CDS

Coordinating FCL and LCL shipments

Monitoring shipment progress and providing proactive customer updates

Liaising with overseas agents regarding customs clearance and final delivery

Producing customer invoices using internal systems

Maintaining accurate shipment records and documentation

Resolving operational issues quickly and professionally

Ensuring customers receive a consistently high standard of service

The Candidate

The successful candidate will have practical ocean freight or export shipping experience and be confident managing multiple shipments simultaneously.

You should have:

A minimum of two years' experience within ocean freight forwarding, export shipping, international logistics or removals

Strong knowledge of ocean export procedures

Experience working with shipping documentation

Excellent customer service and communication skills

Strong organisational and time-management abilities

High attention to detail and accuracy

Good Microsoft Office and general IT skills

The ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team

A full UK driving licence

Experience preparing Bills of Lading, shipping instructions and customs declarations would be advantageous. Additional customs training can be provided.

Package and Benefits

Salary from £34,000 per annum

Monday to Friday working hours

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Stable, long-term career opportunity

Supportive and friendly working environment

Varied position with genuine responsibility and autonomy

Opportunity to develop specialist vehicle shipping knowledge

This position would suit an experienced Ocean Export Operator, Ocean Freight Forwarder, Export Coordinator, Vehicle Shipping Coordinator or Freight Forwarder looking for greater ownership and direct customer involvement.

Apply today for further information and a confidential conversation.

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