Sea Freight Operative

Date posted: 01 October 2026

Job Title: Sea Freight Operative

Location: TCB Group, Belfast or Dublin Office

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive – depending on experience

 

Join TCB Group’s Growing Sea Freight Team

TCB Group is an international freight and logistics provider with operations across Ireland, the United Kingdom and Singapore. Since 2007, we have built a strong reputation for delivering reliable, flexible and customer-focused logistics solutions by sea, air, rail and road.

Sea freight is a core part of our business, with our teams managing a broad mix of LCL and FCL import and export shipments across international trade routes. From our Belfast and Dublin offices, we work closely with customers, shipping lines, overseas agents and logistics partners to provide efficient end-to-end freight solutions.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced Sea Freight Operative to join our team in either Belfast or Dublin. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced freight professional to take on a varied operational role covering LCL, FCL and customs activity within a growing international logistics business.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day import and export sea freight shipments across both LCL and FCL services.
• Coordinate shipments from booking through to final delivery, ensuring accurate and timely movement of cargo.
• Liaise with customers, shipping lines, overseas agents, hauliers, ports and other service partners throughout the shipment process.
• Prepare, check and process shipping documentation, including bills of lading and other import and export documents.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of inbound and outbound customs declarations through Northern Ireland (NI) and Republic of Ireland (ROI) customs systems.
• Arrange collections, deliveries, port movements and container transport where required.
• Monitor vessel schedules, shipment milestones and cargo availability, providing clear and proactive updates to customers.
• Resolve operational issues, delays or documentation discrepancies efficiently while maintaining a high standard of customer service.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and ensure information is updated correctly within internal freight management systems.
• Work closely with colleagues across TCB Group and our international partner network to deliver efficient end-to-end sea freight solutions.

 

About You:

We are seeking an experienced sea freight professional with a strong understanding of freight forwarding operations and a practical, solutions-focused approach to customer service.

 

Essential Requirements:

• Strong experience working in a sea freight or freight forwarding operational role.
• Practical experience managing import and/or export sea freight shipments.
• Good working knowledge of both LCL and FCL shipping processes.
• Experience completing or coordinating customs clearances and related documentation.
• Strong understanding of international shipping documentation and freight procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments, deadlines and priorities accurately in a busy operational environment.

 

Skill Requirements:

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Clear and professional communication with customers, suppliers and overseas partners.
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to respond calmly to operational challenges.
• A customer-focused approach with a commitment to providing a reliable and responsive service.
• Confidence working independently while also contributing effectively as part of a wider operations team.
• Experience using freight management systems such as CargoWise, or similar platforms, would be advantageous.

 

Why Join TCB Group?

• Join an established international freight and logistics company with continued growth across Ireland and overseas.
• Work within an experienced and supportive sea freight team.
• Gain exposure to a broad mix of LCL, FCL, import, export and customs activity.
• Be based in either our Belfast or Dublin office.
• Develop your career within a growing international logistics business.
• Receive a highly competitive salary package, dependent on experience.

 

How to Apply:

If you have proven experience in sea freight operations and are interested in joining the TCB Group team, we are keen to hear from you.

Please submit your CV to shane@tcbgroup.com along with a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the position.

Reference: Sea Freight Operative