Shipping jobs in ChesterCreate job alerts

SQL Database Administrator (DBA) Contract Daily Rate: £450 - £575 (inside IR35 via umbrella) Contract Length: 12 months Location: Hybrid Working - Chester 3 days per week and remote 2 days per week About Us: Our client is a dynamic organisation seeking an experienced SQL Database Administrator to join their team. This role is pivotal in maintaining the security, integrity, and performance of the company's database systems. Key Responsibilities: Administer, maintain, develop, and implement policies and procedures for database security and integrity. Design and implement data models, database designs, and table maintenance codes. Resolve database performance, capacity, replication, and distributed data issues. Manage SQL Server Integrated Services (SSIS), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) effectively. Implement high availability and disaster recovery solutions using clustering, database mirroring, log shipping, and AlwaysOn replication. Perform database performance tuning and diagnostics using SQL Profiler, Extended Events, and Database Engine Tuning Advisor. Write and optimise T-SQL code, including views, functions, stored procedures, and triggers. Handle backup recovery, index design, and analysis. Upgrade and migrate SQL Server instances/databases as needed. Monitor system health and performance, ensuring high levels of availability and security. analyse, troubl...

Document Controller Permanent; full time On site with up to 2 days WFH; Do you have 3+ years admin experience within engineering or technical environments? Have you worked with document control or EDMS systems? Are you comfortable operating in regulated, process driven environments? What's in it for you Salary competitive; plus strong benefits package Company performance bonus 25 days holiday rising to 28 with service Private healthcare Up to 2 days working from home Additional day off every 4 weeks plus monthly flex day Pension and life assurance x7 salary Company sick pay What will you be doing? Maintain and administer the electronic document management system Manage document storage, control and distribution in line with internal and regulatory requirements Support transmittal processes for issuing documentation Act as system administrator; resolve user issues and track system performance Support testing and rollout of updates to document systems Provide guidance on document control at internal and external meetings Coordinate equipment shipping via external couriers Provide wider administrative support to Site Services Where will you be doing it? You will be working within a highly regulated engineering environment supporting a Site Services function; the business operates to strict compliance and quality standards and requires a structured, process driven approach; you will interface with internal teams and external stakeholders across technical and operational functions What will you need? 3 to 5 years administrative experience; ideally within engineering or technical sectors Experience with document control systems or EDMS Experience in regulated or process driven environments Strong planning, organisation and communication skills Proficient with Microsoft applications and data systems High attention to detail and accuracy Strong team collaboration skills Eligible for SC clearance Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us

LOCATION IS NORTH WEST - KELSALL / TARPORLEY AREA CW POSTCODE - CHESHIRE Meridian business support is recruiting for a Warehouse Operative / Van Driver for an online retailer based near Tarporley on a temporary to permanent basis. You will be working Monday to Friday (no weekends) 8am-5pm with an hourly rate of £12.71 - Warehouse £13.01 Driving Full, clean UK Driving License is essential. As Warehouse Operative you will be working in a team of other Warehouse and Yard Operatives with a variety of duties which will include heavy lifting of furniture as well as driving the van twice per week. Duties as below: Unloading of 40ft shipping containers (Full of furniture) decanting into the warehouse Picking furniture from the warehouse ready to load on 3.5 tonne vans Load the vans, securing the furniture in place Picking furniture for Amazon PRIME, DPD and their 3rd Party delivery partner Labelling the furniture and loading onto their delivery partners' vans General warehousing duties, def ragging and creating space Unloading of returning vehicles from delivery runs Sorting Returns Light repairs to returned stock Readying items for sale on eBay Skills and Experience Required: Previous experience as a Warehouse Operative or Yard Operative Full Clean Driving License essential Experience in driving a 3.5 tonne van preferable Good knowledge of warehouse activities including picking, dispatch and returnJob involves heavy lifting !!! Please apply today for this opportunity to join this well established and thriving organisation as Warehouse Operative / Driver. Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy

Your new company My client, a global manufacturing business based in Ellesmere Port, is seeking a professional Customer Service / Order processor to join their large team on a permanent basis. Based in large offices, you will be joining a team that prides itself on its diverse work ethic and team spirit. Your new role The position is offered full time Monday to Friday with a hybrid model in place, working from home one day per week. There are also flexible working hours, with the core hours being 10.00am until 15.00pm. Outside of this, hours of work can be as follows depending on business needs. 07.00am until 15.00pm 08.00am until 16.00pm 09.00am until 17.00pm 10.00am until 18.00pm Please note you will need to drive in order to get to the location. Free parking is available. This is a very fast-paced and demanding role, so you must be used to working within a high-pressure environment. Some of your duties will include but not limited to Providing a first-class service to a variety of specific clients and managing order processing Effectively address complex customer requests and proactively follow up on deliveries, enquiries, and issues Manages all customer requests, both internal and external expectations and relationships. Building excellent relationships with customers and going the extra mile Booking final dates for orders and maintaining all internal systems, ensuring all data is correct first time Collating and preparing all relevant documentation applicable to each shipment such as, Certificates of Analysis, Customs and Shipping invoices, Packing Lists, Consignment Notes/Delivery Notes, invoices etc. Getting involved with trade shows Potential for some European travel to visit clients on-site Dealing with Import and Export information/documentation Complaint handling What you'll need to succeed Proven history within a fast-paced customer service / order processing environment Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Exceptional eye for detail Experience of using SAP would be an advantage. What you'll get in return Competitive salary between £32,000 and £36,000 per annum 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Free Parking Friendly and supportive team What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Skilled Production Operative Ellesmere Port | Rotating Shifts | £14.29 per hour + Shift Allowance | Ongoing Opportunities Introduction Are you a Skilled Production Operative looking for a new opportunity within automotive manufacturing? Acorn by Synergie is currently recruiting on behalf of Stellantis (Vauxhall), a leading automotive manufacturer based in Ellesmere Port. As a Production Operative, you will play a key role in supporting day-to-day operations and ensuring production runs smoothly within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Hours & Pay Basic Pay Rate: £14.29 per hour. Shift Allowance: 11% - 18.44% depending on shift pattern. Overtime: Monday to Saturday: Time and a half. Sunday: Double time. Shift Pattern (rotational - flexibility essential): 7am - 3pm. 3pm - 10.50pm. 10.50pm - 7am. Monday to Friday. Key Duties Working on a fast-paced moving assembly line. Assembling vehicle components to specification. Checking part quality prior to shipping. Moving pressed panels to rails. Standing for long periods with manual handling involved. Requirements Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment (automotive experience desirable). Full flexibility to work rotating shifts across days, afternoons, and nights. Ability to adapt to changing departments and shift patterns based on business needs. Own transport required due to shift times and site location. Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure. What We Offer £14.29 per hour basic rate plus shift allowance. Holiday pay. Pension contribution. Free on-site parking. Long-term work with future career progression opportunities. Interested? If you can fully commit to the flexibility required, demonstrate strong reliability from previous roles, and meet the criteria outlined above, please submit your up-to-date CV. Successful applicants will be contacted to discuss registration and full role details. Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers

Document Controller Location: Chester (Hybrid working available) Salary: Circa £40,000 Contract: Permanent Security Clearance: Subject to SC Clearance We are recruiting for a Document Controller / Administrator to join a well-established organisation operating within a regulated, technical environment. This role combines document control responsibilities with the delivery of a comprehensive administrative support service across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong administrative background who is looking to develop their career within document control, as full training will be provided where required. The Role You will support the management of documentation processes while also providing day-to-day administrative support to ensure smooth site operations. Key responsibilities include: Document Control Duties * Supporting the maintenance of the electronic document management system * Managing document storage, retrieval, and version control * Supporting document transmittal processes in line with internal and regulatory requirements * Assisting with system updates and testing changes before deployment * Acting as a key point of contact for document system users, resolving queries and logging issues * Supporting internal and external meetings on document management matters * Coordinating equipment shipping using external courier services Administrative Duties * Providing general office and administrative support * Booking travel arrangements including flights, rail, taxis, car hire, and accommodation * Greeting visitors and managing site sign-in processes in line with safety and security procedures * Managing conference room bookings using electronic diary systems * Organising catering, buffet lunches, and departmental hospitality * Creating and maintaining structured filing systems * Supporting wider Site Services activities to ensure smooth business operations About You To be successful in this role, you will have: * Minimum 3 years’ administrative experience, ideally within a technical or engineering environment * Strong organisational and planning skills * Excellent communication and teamwork abilities * Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management systems * Experience working in a process-driven or regulated environment * Previous document control experience would be beneficial but not essential, as training will be provided * Good standard of education (A Level, HND, or equivalent) * Eligibility to obtain Security Clearance (SC) What’s on Offer Salary circa £40,000 Company performance bonus 25 days annual leave, rising to 28 days with service Private healthcare Hybrid working – up to 2 days from home (subject to security and business requirements) One additional day off every 4 weeks Flexi day off once per month (subject to hours worked) Company sick pay Defined contribution pension scheme Life assurance (7x annual salary)

Shipping ManagerShipping manager jobs / export manager jobs role. Freight manager jobs role - happy to look at someone who can step up into the jobImport export jobs role / Shipping jobs role ; international freight forwarding, s

Experience in shipping and logistics is desirable, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for this position.

Advise shipping clients on international tax aspects of transactions and controversy including on shipping tax regimes such as tonnage tax, tax treaty provisions of shipping, Pillar 2 rules for shipping. Develop technical material for EY international tax shipping network and clients and help develo

A leading multinational company in shipping is seeking graduates for a two-year graduate program. This program provides hands-on experience across the Shipping function, including Commercial, Operations, and Safety & Technical rotations. A degree in Shipping, Maritime, or a related field is required

As a Shipping and Receiving Technician, you will be responsible for performing a range of tasks related to testing, repairing, and shipping film equipment. We are looking for an ambitious and highly motivated individual to join our Shipping and Receiving team in Greenford, London!.

We invent and deliver detailed, scalable shipping experiences that power millions of transactions worldwide and directly impact eBay's growth. Director of Product - Shipping Platform. Join eBay’s Shipping organisation, a distributed team redefining how goods move across our marketplace.

The successful candidate will have previous experience in shipping litigation, be qualified to practice law in England and Wales, and possess excellent communication skills.

Manage all shipping and export/import documentation, including customs paperwork and transport records. Carry out risk assessments related to transport and shipping activities. Proven experience in shipping & logistics.

A growing e-commerce platform in the UK seeks a Senior Strategy & Operations Manager (Shipping) to lead the execution of shipping strategies. The successful candidate will define the shipping roadmap and drive initiatives aimed at enhancing buyer affordability while supporting company growth, ultima

A global manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Forklift Operator to efficiently manage material movement and maintain accuracy in records.The ideal candidate should be at least 18 years old, with a basic education level; forklift experience is preferred but not mandatory.The role involves mai

Client Solution & Strategy Specialist - Shipping FX. We’re looking for an Institutional Client Solution & Strategy Strategist to fuel the growth of our Shipping Partnerships business. You will help to discover the biggest treasury problems and opportunities for the shipping space.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a related field, with 5-6 years of relevant experience, particularly within shipping or logistics.

Within bp’s Supply, Trading & Shipping (ST&S) digital organisation, this role is for the end‑to‑end operations, delivery, and support of the digital systems underpinning the.

With two centuries of maritime shipping and innovation, James Fisher is a trusted partner in the safe and efficient movement of the world’s critical resources. As a market leader in ship‑to‑ship transfer and coastal shipping, we help customers protect people, cargo and infrastructure while sha

A fine art logistics company based in London is seeking a Fine Art Shipping Coordinator. Applicants should have experience in fine art shipping or logistics, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

A leading provider of film equipment in Greater London is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Technician to join their team.

The UK Chamber of Shipping is seeking a new Director for the Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB), a pivotal role at the heart of UK seafarer training and education. As Director, you will work closely with the MNTB Board to shape the organisation’s strategy and be a member of the Chamber of Shippin

This role exists to provide senior, end-to-end ownership of shipping strategy execution, ensuring we can deliver a coherent, multi-year shipping roadmap that supports growth while improving affordability and the sustainability of our cost base. Lead cross-functional efforts to reduce shipping costs

The UK Chamber of Shipping is the trade association and voice for the UK shipping industry, with over 200 members from across the maritime sector. We work with Government, Parliament, regulator, international organisations and stakeholders to champion and protect the UK shipping industry on behalf o

Advise shipping clients on international tax aspects of transactions and controversy including on shipping tax regimes such as tonnage tax, tax treaty provisions of shipping, Pillar 2 rules for shipping. You will play a key role in supporting the development of the EY shipping group by shaping the f

A leading maritime trade association in Greater London is seeking a Policy Advisor focused on legal, employment, and taxation issues.This role involves developing policies, conducting research, and advising members.Candidates should possess an undergraduate degree in Law or a related subject.Excelle

This role exists to provide senior, end-to-end ownership of shipping strategy execution, ensuring we can deliver a coherent, multi-year shipping roadmap that supports growth while improving affordability and the sustainability of our cost base. Own execution of shipping-related commercial initiative

A leading distribution company is seeking a Graduate Purchasing & Shipping Coordinator to support their purchasing team.

Min 2years of Shipping Agency relevant experience or fresh graduates are welcome. Prepare and process shipping documentation, including bills of lading, customs declarations, and related paperwork. Maintain accurate records and database entries for all shipping activities.

Chief Development Officer - Maritime Transportation/Shipping. On behalf of a key client in the maritime transportation/shipping sector, we are seeking an exceptional Chief Development Officer (CDO) to help lead their dynamic and complex operations.

A leading e-commerce company is seeking a Virtual Shipping and Delivery Support Associate to join its team. In this remote position, you will provide exceptional service related to shipping and delivery, helping customers with inquiries and resolving issues.

A leading global law firm is seeking a talented Trade & Sanctions Associate (3–8 PQE) to join its distinguished team in London.The role involves advising a diverse range of clients on complex sanctions and trade compliance matters, gaining exposure to high-profile cases, and offers significant car

A leading P&I insurance company in Greater London is seeking a claims handler with legal qualifications and experience in shipping litigation.

Experience in the shipping industry highly preferable. Global Director of Planning - Shipping - Netherlands. My client is a major player in the shipping industry.

Liaising with shipping lines, airlines, agents, and clients worldwide. Preparing and checking all relevant shipping documentation (AWB, B/L, customs paperwork).

An international metals trading company based in Central London is seeking a Freight Coordinator to manage the efficient international freighting of products.Key responsibilities include ensuring accurate freight rates, organizing the movement of goods, and liaising with port agents.Candidates shoul

A global e-commerce leader is seeking a skilled backend engineer in London to architect solutions and support applications in production.You will lead and mentor your team while consistently delivering complex projects.The ideal candidate has experience in Java, Spring Boot, and large-scale distribu

A leading global law firm is seeking an experienced Asset Finance Associate/Senior Associate to join their London team.The role involves managing various financing transactions, including secured loans and structured finance, with clients ranging from banks to airlines.Candidates should have 3-7 yea

A leading fintech firm in London seeks a Client Solution & Strategy Specialist to enhance its Shipping Partnerships business.

A leading fashion marketplace is seeking a Senior Strategy & Operations Manager (Shipping) to drive shipping strategy execution. This senior role involves ownership of shipping initiatives that impact growth and marketplace economics. You will collaborate across teams and influence decisions to ensu

Overseeing shipping documentation and maintaining accurate records. Proven background in logistics, shipping, or supply chain management. Strong knowledge of international shipping regulations and customs requirements.

Willing to join a dynamic international shipping company where you can shape and support day-to-day fleet operations?. CLdN RoRo Ltd is building its Shipping Operations team and is looking for a. Shipping Operator in central London (United Kingdom).

A recruitment agency is looking for a Logistics & Shipping Manager in England. This role involves managing shipping operations to improve efficiency and ensuring compliance with international regulations.

Mentorship: (For experienced candidates) Assist the Shipping Operations Manager in the development of junior Shipping Operators. Education & Experience: Graduate in Marine/Shipping or prior experience in shipping operations and demurrage within the Oil, LNG, or LPG tanker industry. Our client is an

The Defence, Shipping and Space team sits within UKEF’s Aerospace and Defence Division and plays a central role in delivering its commercial activity, progressing export finance transactions from initial enquiry through to financial close. The team works on a broad range of high‑value, high‑pr

Commodities, shipping, or energy markets exposure. This role sits at the intersection offinancial technology and maritime markets, building systems that support pricing, trading, risk, and commercial decision-making within the global shipping industry.

We are looking for an experienced Shipping & Receiving Clerk to join our team at our Deeside location. Coordinate with shipping carriers to schedule pickups and ensure timely delivery of outgoing shipments. Maintain cleanliness and organising in the shipping and receiving area, including clearing de