Road Freight Operator

Road Freight Operator

Location: Middlesbrough

Package: Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

A well-established and growing international logistics provider is looking to recruit an experienced Road Freight Operator to join their busy operations team in Middlesbrough.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with European road freight experience, particularly within Nordic markets, to join a highly respected logistics organisation known for delivering reliable, customer-focused transport solutions.

You will play a key role in coordinating groupage and full-load trailer movements between the UK and Scandinavia, ensuring shipments move efficiently while maintaining exceptional service levels for customers.

The Role

As a Road Freight Operator, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end movement of freight across Nordic trade lanes, ensuring all operational, documentation and customer requirements are met.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and coordinating groupage and full-load trailer movements between the UK and Scandinavia
• Negotiating rates with transport providers and hauliers
• Booking collections and ensuring freight meets sailing and departure deadlines
• Providing competitive quotations to customers
• Preparing and checking transport and customs documentation
• Completing import/export declarations where required
• Providing shipment updates and resolving customer queries
• Maintaining strong customer relationships and service standards
• Ensuring compliance with customs regulations, trade compliance and internal procedures

What We''re Looking For

• Previous experience in road freight or European groupage operations
• Experience with Scandinavian or Nordic markets is highly desirable
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced logistics environment
• Confident communicator with strong customer service skills
• Experience negotiating with hauliers and transport providers
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office

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