Job Description:

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 a Customer and Vessel Services Coordinator.

Be part of the movement - and play your part.   

About the role  

You will play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely movement of freight through our ports. Working closely with customers, terminal operations, vessel crews, and internal stakeholders, you will manage bookings, monitor vessel schedules, coordinate port activities, and ensure all operational and customs documentation is completed accurately. This fast-paced role requires excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to respond proactively to operational challenges.

This role will require you to work Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00.

You will be responsible for

• Manage customer bookings by ensuring vessel capacity, customer allocations, and sailing schedules are maintained, while accurately processing bookings within agreed service levels.

• Coordinate vessel arrivals, berthing, and sailings by liaising with terminals, pilotage authorities, customers, and internal departments to minimise delays and maintain operational efficiency.

• Prepare, process, and verify all operational documentation, including customs clearances, hazardous cargo notifications, export paperwork, and pre-arrival/post-sailing documentation.

• Monitor operational systems, including Phoenix and GTMS, to identify and resolve discrepancies, working collaboratively with terminal operations and other stakeholders to maintain service standards.

• Deliver exceptional customer service by proactively communicating schedule changes, vessel delays, and operational updates while ensuring compliance with company procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety standards.

About you 

You are a proactive, organised, and customer-focused individual who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment. With strong IT skills and excellent attention to detail, you are comfortable working across multiple systems while managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines. You communicate confidently with a wide range of stakeholders and take pride in delivering a high standard of service, remaining calm and professional under pressure.

You are an outgoing and engaging team player who enjoys building positive relationships with customers and colleagues alike. You have a proactive approach to problem-solving and are always willing to go the extra mile to support the team and deliver the best possible customer experience. Previous experience within shipping, logistics, or customs would be advantageous, but more importantly, you bring a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

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.  

Now about what we can give you. You’ll 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

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

• 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.

While you’re 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.   

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

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

We look forward to hearing from you.