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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 Transport Operator.

Be part of the movement – and play your part.

About the role

Working Monday to Friday, you will be responsible for:

Drive improvements to deliver a first-class service, ensuring all deliveries and collections are on time.

Coordinate transport operations, working closely with drivers, planning teams, warehouses, and depots.

Build and develop strong relationships with customers to enhance service levels.

Support Transport Managers with compliance-related activities and operational reporting.

Brief and debrief drivers, ensuring they meet operational and safety standards.

Maintain adherence to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.

Participate in relevant training and staff meetings to support continuous improvement.
About you

We are looking for a proactive and professional individual with a background in transport or the ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment. While prior transport experience is preferred, we are open to upskilling the right candidate who demonstrates strong problem-solving skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to adapt to operational challenges. The ideal candidate will have experience in transport or a high-pressure operational role, with strong communication skills to bridge both commercial and operational needs. They should be able to work independently, manage remote communication effectively, and approach problem-solving and teamwork with a proactive and trustworthy mindset.

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 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.

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 Breeze, our award-winning Wellbeing platform.

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

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We look forward to hearing from you