Freight Forwarder
Experienced Freight Forwarder (RoRo Specialist)
Belfast City Centre
Salary Negotiable Depending on Experience
Brook Street Recruitment is delighted to be working on behalf of our client, a well-established logistics and freight organisation based in Belfast City Centre, to recruit an experienced Freight Forwarder with strong Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) shipping experience.
This is an excellent opportunity for a freight professional who has experience managing the movement of wheeled cargo, including trailers, trucks, vehicles and heavy machinery, and who thrives in a fast-paced logistics environment.
As a Freight Forwarder, you will be responsible for coordinating the efficient movement of RoRo freight across UK and European routes, ensuring shipments are managed from booking through to final delivery.
- Managing RoRo freight bookings and coordinating vessel schedules.
- Negotiating rates with shipping lines and securing vessel space.
- Planning cost-effective and efficient transport solutions.
- Preparing and checking all shipping documentation, customs declarations and manifests.
- Acting as the main point of contact for customers, shipping lines, port operators and haulage providers.
- Coordinating the movement of out-of-gauge (OOG) cargo and heavy machinery shipments.
- Monitoring shipment progress and providing proactive updates to customers.
- Managing Proof of Delivery (POD) documentation and resolving operational issues or delays.
- Ensuring compliance with customs procedures and industry regulations.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Previous experience within freight forwarding, shipping or logistics.
- Strong knowledge of RoRo operations and wheeled cargo movements.
- Experience working with shipping lines, ferry operators or European road freight networks.
- Good understanding of customs procedures and import/export documentation.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
- Experience using freight forwarding or Transport Management Systems (TMS).
- Competitive salary tailored to your experience and background.
- Opportunity to join a respected and growing logistics organisation.
- Belfast City Centre location.
- Supportive and professional working environment.
To apply, please submit your CV to Colleen Farquharson via the apply link.
#NIT2
Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Other jobs of interest...
Perform a fresh search...
-
Create your ideal job search criteria by
completing our quick and simple form and
receive daily job alerts tailored to you!