With ongoing growth and development, an exciting opportunity has arisen within the Port of Felixstowe, Felixstowe Port Container Service (FPCS). We are looking for an Assistant Container Coordinator, who will report into the Depot Manager, the role holder will play a key part within the function, often being the first point of contact for hauliers and other customers arriving.
As the role involves working regular shifts and at times without direct supervision, a high level of self-motivation, accountability, and independent decision-making is essential.
Please note: This is an on-site only position that requires working on a shift basis and there is no availability for working offsite.
Please take a look at our applicant pack, and job description below for a full description of the role, as well as the full requirements.
The Recruitment Process - What is involved?
Our recruitment process has been designed for you to easily apply and highlight the best of your skills, expertise and personal attributes. We want you to be prepared, confident and the best version of you for this role. Our recruitment process involves the redaction of each candidate’s identifiable information, leaving their skills, experience and answers to the competency questions to be assessed.
1. Complete your online application on our website by 3rd February 2026. Please read the information about the role carefully and provide as much relevant information about yourself as possible and the transferable skills in relation to the role.
2. Applications will be redacted removing any personal or identifiable data prior to being sent over to the hiring managers.
3. Interviews will take place face-to-face and will consist of a competency-based interview.
4. After the interviews we will be in touch as soon as possible to let you know if you have been successful.
Our recruitment process involves the redaction of each candidate’s identifiable information, leaving their skills, experience and answers to the competency questions to be assessed.
Hutchison Ports UK is able to sponsor skilled worker visas in cases where the role fits the requirements set out by the UK government. Please refer to the government website to understand the requirements needed. In cases where a post-study visa is used initially, it may be the case that the skilled worker visa requirements will not be met once this visa has expired.
Hutchison Ports is committed to creating and developing an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants and encourage discussion about flexible working opportunities. We offer a supportive, community environment and have recently been awarded Chartered status by Women In Maritime. We have our own Women’s Network, offer leadership, mentoring and role specific training.