Logistics Coordinator

Ashtead Technology Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A subsea equipment rental solutions provider is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to oversee logistics operations. In this role, you will manage the import and export processes and ensure the compliant and timely movement of equipment and materials. The ideal candidate will have freight industry experience, knowledge of Incoterms, and familiarity with UK customs formalities. This position offers an opportunity to thrive in a collaborative and dynamic environment, contributing to the seamless operation of international logistics.

Benefits

Dynamic team environment

Professional development support

Inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• Must have experience in air, sea, or road freight.
• Must be competent in Incoterms 2020.
• Knowledge of UK customs and transit documentation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage import and export processes and documentation.
• Coordinate with freight providers and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain compliance and operational readiness for equipment delivery.

Skills

Experience in freight industry

Knowledge of Incoterms 2020

Strong negotiation skills

UK customs formalities

Dangerous Goods certifications

B1 and B2 forklift experience

Job description

Ashtead Technology are seeking a Logistics Coordinator to execute end-to-end logistics operations, supporting our ambitious global business activities. In this role, you will ensure the compliant, timely, and cost-effective movement of equipment and materials across both international and domestic channels.

As a vital link between internal stakeholders, freight providers, and clients, you'll manage import and export processes, handle critical documentation, and oversee mobilisation requirements for multiple global entities.

Day To Day You’ll Be Involved In

• Maintaining regulatory compliance, operational readiness to enable successful delivery and return of equipment across the global supply chain.
• Facilitating seamless freight forwarding operations to support the business, both locally and internationally.
• Collaborating closely with haulers and freight forwarders to manage Out of Gauge (OOG) movements and ensure timely police notifications.
• Acting as the main point of contact in the yard, coordinating project loadouts and assisting with packing and securing of equipment to be loaded out.
• Key responsibilities on the day projects leaves site including uploading photographs of final load on truck(s) and signed delivery paperwork to the project folder and shipping the sales order in NetSuite.
• Coordinating the hiring of mobile cranes for efficient mobilizations, yard movements, and import returns.
• Partnering with the business to ensure the correct incoterms are established at the contract stage for smooth transactions.
• Maintaining clear communication with clients and their overseas agents prior to shipping to ensure export documentation is approved and delivery timelines are met.

What Experience You’ll Bring

• Previous experience in the freight industry, specifically dealing with air/sea/road freight
• Competent knowledge of Incoterms 2020
• Strong negotiation skills
• You have experience in UK customs formalities and producing & handling transit documentation
• Dangerous Goods; Air & Sea certifications
• B1 and B2 forklift experience also beneficial

Who We Are

Established in 1985, Ashtead Technology is a leading provider of subsea equipment rental solutions, advanced underwater technologies, and support services to the global offshore energy sector. With over 40 years of experience, we specialise in enabling customers to understand the subsea environment and manage offshore energy production infrastructure, including offshore wind farms and oil and gas platforms. Our offering spans the entire lifecycle of these infrastructures, with over 85% of our equipment fungible across both markets.

Headquartered in the UK, Ashtead Technology operates globally with over 600 staff and more than 30,000 assets, making us one of the largest independent rental fleets in the industry. We continue to invest in equipment and have a strong in‑house engineering capability to provide the most technologically advanced solutions. Our growth, driven by strategic acquisitions and organic expansion, culminated in a successful IPO in 2021, with shares now trading on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange.

What We Can Offer

• A dynamic & collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued, and your ideas welcomed
• Guidance & support from the experienced leaders you work with who are committed to your success and professional development
• A positive and inclusive company culture that fosters collaboration, creativity, and mutual respect among team members