Logistics Coordinator – Night Shift

Location: Dover (On-site)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, plus benefits
Hours: 12-hour night shifts, 7pm–7am

Shift Patterns Available

• Alternating Monday to Thursday / Tuesday to Friday
• Permanent Monday to Thursday
• Permanent Tuesday to Friday

PSM Recruitment is working with a leading logistics specialist based in Dover, providing international delivery solutions to customers across Europe and worldwide. We are looking for a Logistics Coordinator to join their night shift team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful, fast-paced logistics operation, coordinating shipments and helping ensure deliveries run smoothly and efficiently overnight. You will support the planning and management of transport solutions across Europe and worldwide, working to strict deadlines and communicating effectively with colleagues and transport partners to resolve any issues, previous logistics or transport experience would be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor time-critical shipments, ensuring schedules and deadlines are met.
• Work with the Team Leader to maintain best practice and efficient working procedures.
• Understand European driving regulations /restrictions and how these affect transport planning.
• Identify and escalate transport delays or operational issues, helping to find effective solutions and support client communication.
• Work alongside the supplier management team to identify gaps in carrier availability and maintain strong relationships with transport providers.
• Record and escalate carrier non-conformances in line with established quality procedures.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and ensure relevant transport and customs documentation is completed correctly.
• Help ensure a high standard of service in a busy, time-sensitive environment.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous logistics or transport experience is desirable, not essential.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• Additional language skills would be advantageous.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established international logistics specialist in a permanent position, with a choice of three-night shift patterns, this role provides flexibility to suit different working preferences.  If you have logistics or transport experience or feel you have the skills and potential to succeed in this role, please apply with your most recent CV.

PSM Recruitment are seeking an experienced Customs Clearance Clerk for the day shift based in Whitfield, Dover.

Your role will be to create customs documentation and oversee successful and correct customs clearance status of traffic, moving via road through the Channel Straits and also by air freight and air charter.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation and processing of import/export customs declarations and clearance

• Customs import/export entry checking

• Deal with all enquiries and queries quickly and efficiently relating to customs procedures, tariff classifications, duty rates and any other documentation requirements

• Interact with customers, both face-to-face or by telephone/email in a professional and courteous manner

• Liaise with importers/exporters and others to obtain mandatory information for import and export entries

• Deal with any customs related complaints

• Maintain data integrity on all systems

• Liaise with key customs partners

• Support and advise all customers whilst ensuring the company is fully compliant with the requirements of HMRC and other relevant bodies

Candidate Experience:

• Previous experience as a customs clerk is essential

• Experience of using customs software is essential

• Good understanding of the law and regulations surrounding customs clearance requirements

• Experience in road transport, logistics or haulage is desirable

Location Whitfield, Dover

Hours Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 6.00pm

Salary, competitive DOE. plus benefits

PSM Recruitment are excited to be recruiting for a Logistics Coordinator to join a leading time-critical logistics specialist based in Dover.

As a Logistics Coordinator, you will be responsible for planning and managing time-critical logistics solutions throughout Europe and worldwide, working within strict timeframe's and ensuring schedules and deadlines are met. The role will focus on air freight, air charter and on-board courier solutions, providing bespoke transport solutions to meet individual client requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage time-critical international logistics solutions
• Provide bespoke transport solutions to meet client requirements
• Liaise with international air freight agents, airlines and brokers to source effective transport solutions and agree costs
• Create AWB documentation and cargo manifests
• Arrange VAT and duty collection where required
• Ensure compliance with customs formalities and AEO standards
• Provide pre-alerts to customs agents and clients, including supervision of T1 creation and document closure
• Understand and apply shipping Incoterms
• Calculate air freight rates and chargeable weight conversions
• Monitor shipments throughout the transport process, ensuring schedules and agreed milestones are met
• Keep clients informed of shipment progress and provide updates where required
• Identify and escalate transport delays or issues to the Team Leader
• Understand the risks associated with individual shipments and take appropriate steps to mitigate them
• Support air charter, air freight and on-board courier solutions
• Ensure non-conformances are recorded and escalated in line with ISO 9001 procedures
• Accurately monitor and update the company's transport management system
• Handle incoming calls professionally and respond promptly to enquiries

Candidate Requirements :

• Experience within air logistics / air freight is desirable not essential
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work accurately and effectively within strict timeframes
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple time-critical shipments
• Good understanding of international transport and customs procedures
• Confident working within a fast-paced logistics environment

Shift Patterns:

Day Shift Pattern: Monday – Friday, 9-hour rotational shifts between 7am - 7pm 

Competitive Salary and Benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and successful global logistics business, offering the chance to develop your career within the time-critical logistics sector.

If you have the relevant logistics experience and are looking for your next opportunity, please submit your up-to-date CV today.

If you have not heard from us within one week, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

PSM Recruitment is seeking a skilled Chef, to join our client’s team in Dover area. You will be running the kitchen during your shift, preparing food to order and assisting the Head Chef and Manager with the development and profitability of the restaurant.  The ideal candidate will have a passion for food and be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes following recipes
• Work under pressure in an open kitchen, in a fast-paced environment
• Manage the shift team effectively for maximum productivity and service levels
• Ensure food is cooked to the correct temperature and presented attractively
• Assist in keeping the kitchen clean and organised
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to deliver high-quality meals
• Be able to take in deliveries and rotate stock effectively
• Maintain the highest standards of presentation and quality at all times

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience cooking in a kitchen, in a restaurant or similar setting
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques and culinary terminology
• Understanding of food safety practices
• Ability to work well under pressure and in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail and passion for creating delicious meals
• Must be able to work on a shift pattern of early starts and late finishes

Benefits :

• Straight shifts, with a regular weekend off
• Staff parking and discounted food
• Company uniform provided
• Get to be part of a supportive team

Hours:  40 hours per week, on a 9-hour shift system covering the hours between 6.00am and 10.00pm (or 7.30am to 10.00pm Sunday)

Salary:  £14.50ph 

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a well-established and professional company. If you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

PSM Recruitment are seeking an experience Shift Customs Clerk to work for a successful Customs Clearance company  in Dover.

Key Responsibilities:

• Completing the day to day customs clearance work
• Assisting the customs clerks with completion of customs paperwork as required
• Assisting with other operational duties within the office at Managers discretion

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Willingness to learn customs procedures & principles
• Good understanding of Excel spreadsheets
• IT Literate
• Must be able to meet deadlines
• Be conscientious and have attention to details
• Be able to be part of a team
• Must be able to identify and report problems
• Communicate politely and efficiently with clients and internal staff
• At least 1 years experience in Customs Clearance

Key Performance standards: 

• Deadlines are met in a timely manner
• Processing is timely and accurate
• Obtain positive client feedback

Working Conditions:

Full Time – Shift work to support 24/7 operation (4 on 4 off – 2 days 2 nights rotation). 

This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.