Documentation Assistant

Job Title: Documentation Assistant
Location: Middlesbrough - Office Based
Salary: Competitive, dependent upon experience and qualifications
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
The Company:
Bulkhaul Limited is a global leader in the transportation of bulk liquids, dry bulk and gases. Established in 1981, we pride ourselves on providing reliable, efficient, and safe logistics solutions to our customers worldwide. Our Middlesbrough headquarters is a dynamic and fast-paced environment where dedication and teamwork drive our success.
The Role:
To work as part of the Documentation team preparing and controlling Bills of Lading & associated documentation for containers shipping ex-North American / European ports to destinations worldwide.
Key Responsibilities:
* Processing shipping instructions received from customers.
* Submitting shipping instructions to shipping line prior to documentation cut-off.
* Checking B/Ls for accuracy.
* Amending B/Ls as necessary.
* Verifying on boards with shipping lines.
* Processing freight invoices in line with pre-agreed tariffs.
* Distributing B/Ls to customers and overseas offices.
* Assisting with other areas of the operation.
Core Skills/Attributes:
* Good written and verbal communication skills for use both within and outside the company.
* Computer literacy - for use in both in-house systems and internet/word-processing applications.
* Keen eye for detail to ensure documents prepared exactly as specified, and final documentation received from third parties is correct as specified.
* Organisational skills and ability to act on own initiative - particularly important to control & prioritise workload, ensuring all deadlines at various stages of the process are adhered to.
* Ability to work as an individual on allocated customers, but also to be aware of requirements of the team when cover might be required.
What We Offer:
* Various Pension Schemes.
* Private Health Cover, with access to a Digital GP.
* Death in Service Benefit.
* Annual Pay review.
* 33 days holiday per annum, including bank holidays.
* A supportive and collaborative work environment.
* Excellent office facilities on a site with 24 hr security, and secure onsite parking. Own transport is recommended due to location (public transport services are available).
* Opportunities for career development and progression within a global company.
* Comprehensive training.
* Employee assistance program and well-being initiatives.
Additional Information:
Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory previous employment history and verification of education and work eligibility.
Bulkhaul Limited is an equal opportunity and disability confident employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Join Bulkhaul Limited and contribute to a team that values dedication, innovation, and excellence in global logistics!
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Candidates with the experience and relevant job titles of; Logistics Admin Assistant, Office Administrator, Freight Administrator, Office Administration Assistant, Transport Administrator, Logistics Coordinator, Documentation Administrator, may also be considered for this role