CT Cargo Controller - Ports and Terminals

Role overview

This position focuses on keeping container movement and storage within the terminal organized, accurate, and on schedule. The role works closely with shipping lines, logistics partners, and internal terminal teams to ensure cargo flow complies with operational plans and regulatory obligations.

Key responsibilities

• Confirm that manifests and BAPLIE files are present in Zodiac and kept up to date.
• Check that import BAPLIE data aligns with the manifest, including container counts and master bill of lading details.
• Make sure POD information is refreshed for every vessel call.
• Track and update amendments to delivery location details, and notify customers when changes are made.
• Verify that transit codes are available for both import and export cargo.
• Submit loading results reports in TANCIS for each vessel visit.
• Submit discharge reports in TANCIS for each vessel visit.
• Inform shipping lines about short-landed and overlanded containers and ensure TANCIS approval is obtained.
• Notify shipping lines about export pre-load containers for every vessel visit.
• Check that the list of scanned containers in TANCIS matches Zodiac records.
• Prepare and share daily yard stock and age reports internally, and keep them updated in TANCIS.
• Alert customers about overstayed cargo based on the yard age report.
• Coordinate transit cargo for stuffing and export processing in TANCIS.
• Ensure high-risk and dangerous cargo is properly communicated to yard and vessel planning teams.
• Work with Customs, DPW customer service and billing, equipment control, and yard planning teams during container physical verification.
• Make sure customers receive booking notices for physical verification through TeSWS and that the physical verification report is submitted.
• Coordinate simple container transfers between terminals in TANCIS.

Qualifications and experience

A bachelor's degree is required in Logistics, Transport Management, Shipping and Port Management, Maritime Studies, Supply Chain Management, or a closely related field.

The role calls for 3 to 5 years of experience in container terminal operations.

Candidates should understand the TANCIS portal and have prior exposure to container terminal operating systems. Strong computer skills are needed, with advanced ability in Microsoft Excel. Good decision-making, analytical thinking, and a results-driven mindset are important.

About the employer

DP World is a global trade and logistics business working across ports and terminals, marine services, logistics, and technology. The organization aims to improve the movement of trade worldwide through innovation, local expertise, and a diverse, inclusive workforce.

Equal opportunity and application notice

DP World follows equal employment opportunity principles and considers applicants fairly regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or belief. By submitting an application, candidates consent to the storage and use of their information in the global recruitment database for assessment against this and other opportunities.