Ocean Export Operator

  • GRS - Global Recruitment Solutions
  • Tilbury, Essex
  • May 20, 2026
Full time Transportation Automotive

Job Description

Export Operator

West Thurrock / Essex Ocean Freight Exports Up to £35,000 DOE Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

We are currently recruiting for an Export Operator to join a growing freight forwarding business in Essex, supporting the full ocean export process end-to-end.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with Ocean Export experience looking to join a close-knit team with a strong culture, long-term stability, and future development opportunities.

The role is initially focused on 100% Ocean Exports, with future cross-training into imports, providing exposure across road and air freight operations longer term.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing Ocean Export shipments from booking through to completion• Handling bookings and coordinating export operations• Completing customs entries and associated documentation• Liaising with customers, suppliers, hauliers, and internal teams• Supporting end-to-end shipment management• Working closely with transport and operational teams• Supporting vehicle / RORO movements where required

Ideal Background

Essential:• Ocean Export operations experience• Bookings experience• End-to-end export knowledge• Customs experience / exposure• Ability to manage shipments independently

Desirable:• RORO experience would be highly advantageous

The business handles a significant volume of trucks, lorries, and vehicle movements into Africa, therefore RORO exposure would be very relevant.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £35,000 DOE• Standard pension contribution• 20 days holiday + bank holidays• Performance-related Christmas bonus• Work phone provided• Flexible approach to working from home when needed• Exposure to imports, road & air freight in the future• Strong long-term development opportunities

About the Team

You'll be joining a friendly, close-knit office environment with a younger team and positive culture.

The business offers a supportive environment and would suit someone outgoing who enjoys working collaboratively within a growing operation.

Additional Requirements

A driving licence is essential due to office location and occasional operational requirements.

Immediate requirement due to business changes and team growth.

Interested? Apply today for a confidential discussion.