Job Description
About the Role
DP World in the UK is at the heart of Britain’s trading future, providing the right trading infrastructure, smart logistical solutions and the benefits of freeport status to our customers. The Operations team is growing and are looking for
Control Team Leader
Shift Pattern: This role works the 4 on 4 off shift pattern, working a mixture of days and nights.
About The Role
How will you contribute: - Use Terminal Operating Systems to monitor and control port operations.
- Monitor ASC and quay crane performance to ensure efficient container movements and timely vessel operations.
- Execute yard strategies, manage container separation, and optimize equipment allocation.
- Monitor and adjust vessel work programs based on real-time data and resource availability.
- Collaborate with Planners and operational staff to maintain smooth workflows.
- Support the Shift Manager/Control room manager to assist with Control Room optimization as required.
- Ensure accurate shift records and communicate key events to the Operations Management team.
- Manage escalation procedures effectively and efficiently.
- Handle voice radio communications, resolving issues promptly and accurately.
- Relay detailed fault reports to engineering teams and planners.
- Perform effective handovers and remain flexible in Control Room duties.
- Maintain thorough knowledge of company procedures and attend training as needed.
- Uphold health, safety, and environmental standards in full compliance with legislation.
- Carry out additional ad-hoc duties as assigned.
What Will You Bring
Qualifications, Skills & Experience: - Proven knowledge of Terminal Operating Systems
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Good organisational and people management skills.
- Minimum educational level; GCSE Maths and English grade C and above, or equivalent.
- Full driving license holder.
- Higher educational level or military training an advantage.
NOTE: All of our roles are subject to the below:
Eligibility to work in the UK.
A full valid UK driving licence or appropriate international licence allowing you to drive on UK roads.
No unspent criminal convictions.
Due to manufacturing guidelines on equipment and site safety critical health and safety requirements, we have strict weight and medical requirements that need to be met and maintained. For our safety critical roles health and medical and fitness checks are performed. Requirements include, but are not limited to, weight, height, blood pressure and hearing.
We may close our roles early, depending on the number of applications received.
Compensation DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.
About DP World
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.
With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 103,000 employees spanning 75 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.
We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades. The DP World family comprises of Syncreon, Imperial and P&O.
What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.
WE MAKE TRADE FLOW TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We believe that employees are happiest when they’re empowered to be their true, authentic selves. So, please come as you are. We can’t wait to meet you.