Operations Coordinator

Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction and help shape our company If so then you could be the newest addition to our team as an Operations Coordinator.

Be part of the movement and play your part

About the role

Working any 5 days from 7 on a variable shift pattern youll support the daytoday coordination of transport operations. Youll work closely with customers drivers depots and internal teams to ensure orders are processed efficiently and deliveries are completed on time.

You will be responsible for:

Processing customer orders and allocating them to delivery vehicles

Preparing daily transport plans and routing vehicles across the UK

Coordinating subcontractor transport plans and external partners

Communicating with customers and responding to enquiries in a timely manner

Liaising with DFDS depots and internal departments to support operations

Using customer systems to obtain order requirements and update information

Preparing reports and maintaining accurate operational records

About you

Youll be deadlinedriven organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a busy operational environment. Youll have good knowledge of Microsoft Office and ideally some understanding of UK geography. Experience in a transport or logistics environment is beneficial but not essential.

Youll thrive in this role if youre detailfocused a strong communicator and comfortable working as part of a team. A proactive problemsolving mindset along with flexibility and the ability to adapt quickly will help you succeed. Youll fit right in if youre confident happy to work in a lively environment and committed to keeping operations running smoothly.

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.

Working at DFDS

Join the movement and grow with us.

Be a valued member of a diverse team at DFDS and help drive change together.

While youre with us we want you to develop. At DFDS we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role if needed.

Now about what we can give you. Youll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:

• Life assurance cover

• Contributory company pension scheme

• Holiday Purchase Scheme

• Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips

• Full employee assistance programme including:

• Proactive financial emotional mental and physical health care support including face to face counselling fast 24/7 access to a GP a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.

• Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers

• Access to myStrength our Wellbeing platform which has plenty of content to support and improve your mental wellness needs.

• Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.

• Cashback on health care including dental optical physiotherapy prescriptions specialist consultations and much more.

Are we a match Then what are you waiting for Apply Now.

If you think your personality skills experience and desire match this role wed love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible as were keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.

We look forward to hearing from you.