Ambitious People Realising Creative Logistics Solutions.
Where will you be working?
You will be joining Royal Den Hartogh Logistics , an international and leading logistics service provider for the chemical, gas, polymer and food industries . Our family-owned company has been established since 1920 , with safety and sustainability deeply embedded in our DNA .
Together with our customers and partners, we continuously develop smart logistics solutions that support an efficient and future-proof supply chain. With 54 locations across 27 countries , a global team of over 2,600 colleagues , and a modern fleet of 25,000 tank containers , 5,000 dry bulk containers and trailers , 575 tank trailers , and almost 900 trucks , we have everything in place to make an impact worldwide.
The Role
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Transport Operator to join our Continental Operations Team . You will play a key role in coordinating intermodal transport planning across Europe , maintaining high levels of communication, adaptability and attention to detail. This position requires strong collaboration with suppliers and internal teams to deliver operational excellence and provide a customer-focused service.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure delivery/loading times are achieved through effective planning, problem-solving, and consistent communication with all parties involved.
Plan and coordinate shipments in advance, securing required transport space and ensuring customer requirements are met or exceeded.
Liaise with suppliers, internal departments and customer service teams to ensure booking instructions are clear, timely, and accurately communicated.
Execute daily operational tasks with a strong understanding of their financial impact , maintaining accurate and timely updates in internal systems.
Proactively identify and communicate any shipment anomalies, volume fluctuations, and customs-related events to relevant stakeholders.
Monitor urgent and time-sensitive orders, ensuring timely arrivals at terminals and escalating any delays or non-arrivals to avoid disruption.
Communicate significant delays or short shipments promptly, offering alternatives and obtaining approval for any additional costs.