Operations Planner

SLR Recruitment are delighted to be working with a local shipping client who are looking for an Operations Planner to join their team based in Portsmouth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual to join a busy operations team, playing a key role in the efficient planning of vessel and terminal operations while coordinating the terminal's operational workforce.

Role Details:

Salary: 33,000 - 37,000 DOE
Hours: 40 hours per week
Rotation: 3-week rota: 2 weeks Monday-Friday, followed by 1 week Wednesday-Sunday

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate vessel and terminal operations efficiently.

• Coordinate and schedule the terminal's operational labour force

• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure smooth day to day operations

• Monitor operational activity and respond quickly to changing priorities

• Ensure planning is completed accurately while meeting operational deadlines

• Build and maintain strong working relationships across all levels of the business

• Identify and resolve operational issues in a timely and effective manner

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience within shipping, logistics or operations planning

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail

• The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

• A proactive approach with excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word

• An awareness of commercial and financial considerations

• Experience using Terminal Operating Systems would be advantageous, but is not essential

What's on Offer:

• Full time, permanent position

• 40 hour working week with a structured 3 week rotating shift pattern

• Opportunity to develop your career within a well-established shipping organisation

• Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development

Benefits:

• 35 days annual leave

• 6% employer pension contribution

• Life assurance (4x annual salary)

• Occupational Health support

• Electric Car Scheme

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Free on-site parking

• Annual flu jabs

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Due to the nature of the role, flexibility is required to accommodate the weekend rota and operational demands.

If you're looking for your next challenge within operations planning and would like to join a thriving business in the maritime sector, we'd love to hear from you!