Nightshift Supervisor

Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction and help shape our company? If so, then you could be the newest addition to our team as Nightshift Supervisor.

Be part of the movement – and play your part

About the role

Working Monday to Friday, 18:00–04:00, you’ll take full responsibility for overseeing nightshift operations, ensuring jobs are organised efficiently and all trailers move on time for onward journeys. You’ll play a key role in coordinating between teams and resolving any issues that arise overnight.

You will be responsible:

Organising jobs and collections for nightshift colleagues

Loading and unloading trailers and preparing load lists and manifests

Ensuring trailers are dispatched to ferry terminals in line with schedules

Entering jobs into internal systems and completing accurate handover documentation

Managing and resolving operational issues during the shift

Coordinating closely with planning and warehouse teams to maintain workflow

Leading the team to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality operations

About you

You’ll have previous supervisory experience and feel confident leading a team in a busy operational environment. A valid HGV Class 1 licence and forklift licence are essential for this role. You’ll also be comfortable using Microsoft systems to manage records and input job information accurately.

You’ll thrive in this role if you’re organised, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Strong communication skills, a calm approach under pressure, and the ability to problem‑solve quickly are key. You’ll be joining a supportive group of colleagues who work collaboratively and take pride in delivering an efficient, reliable service.

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.

Working at DFDS

Join the movement and grow with us.

Be a valued member of a diverse team at DFDS and help drive change together.

While you’re with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.

Now about what we can give you. You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:

Life assurance cover

Contributory company pension scheme

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips

Full employee assistance programme including:

Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.

Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers

Access to myStrength, our Wellbeing platform, which has plenty of content to support and improve your mental wellness needs.

Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.

Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more.

Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply Now.

If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.

We look forward to hearing from you