The Vacancy
We have a fantastic opportunity for the right applicant to join a winning team at Maritime Transport. While the responsibilities of this role closely align with those of a Booking Clerk, successful applicants will officially join the company under the title of Gatehouse Operative. This is a full-time permanent position.
Maritime Transport is one of the fastest growing container transport, handling and storage companies in the UK and offers one of the most dynamic working environments and prospects to progress within the industry. We are looking for someone who will provide coordination of all rail & road vehicles of the Intermodal Rail & Road Freight terminal. Responsible for all access and egress onto the iPort Rail terminal for all Customer, Visitors and Suppliers.
Why work for Maritime Transport?
* Competitive salary
* Annual salary review (discretionary).
* Annual bonus (discretionary).
* 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays on top from day 1.
* Life assurance cover from day 1 and up to age 66.
* Big discounts on MSC cruises for yourself, family and friends
* Group personal pension.
* Employee assistance programme.
* You'll be working for one of the market leaders
Duties & Responsibilities
* Provide customer service and the overall communication for the iPort Rail Terminal.
* Responsibility for the In – Out gate services within the Gatehouse.
* Ensure all documentation and checks are undertaken for trucks and containers are registered on the system.
* Maintain on-site communications and support Reach Stacker/Shunter on traffic movements and locations.
* Responsibilities for monitoring of Visitors & Contractors and coordinate as appropriate.
We are looking for candidates to apply who have the following:
* Good numeracy and literacy skills equivalent to GCSE Level 4/Grade C
* Experience of container terminal operations and planning
* Clear verbal and written communication skills
* High level of attention to detail
* Previous administrative experience
* Valid driving licence
* Knowledge of Fargo systems software CYMAN system desirable although not essential
The Company
Founded in 2001 by Executive Chairman, John Williams, Maritime Transport has evolved from small beginnings into a leading logistics company with a turnover exceeding £400m.
To date, the company employs 3,000 personnel across 40+ sites including a network of strategic rail freight terminals, with a cutting-edge fleet of 1,300 Euro-6 trucks and over 50 container handlers servicing a number of trains, daily. Maritime has a proven track record as an intermodal operator, developing and delivering low carbon, container logistics solutions for first and final miles, and pioneering the modal shift of UK domestic distribution from road to rail.
In 2024, the company was acquired by Swiss-based global logistics and supply chain provider, MEDLOG S.A., supporting Maritime's growth strategy and strengthening its market position as the UK's leading provider of integrated road and rail freight logistics.
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