Equipment Controller

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 an Equipment Controller.

Be part of the movement - and play your part.

About the role

Working Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00, you’ll support the day‑to‑day coordination of equipment and fleet administration across the European network. You’ll play a vital part in monitoring equipment movements, maintaining accurate records, responding to operational requests, and supporting fleet activity through strong communication and system accuracy.

You will be responsible for:

Coordinating equipment movements and maintenance across European locations

Compiling data, monitoring customer requests, and prioritising incoming tasks

Updating internal systems and maintaining accurate operational records

Responding to emails and phone calls professionally across multiple regions

Using internal information platforms to support fleet and equipment operations

Assisting with fleet maintenance administration and documentation

Supporting the wider team with general administrative tasks

About you

You’ll be organised, detail focused, and confident communicating with teams across Europe. You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy structure, system accuracy, and supporting a fast‑moving operational environment. The ideal person is calm under pressure, proactive, and naturally curious about how processes connect. You’ll enjoy problem solving, adapting to changing demands, and taking ownership of your learning. Someone who asks questions, thinks ahead, and supports continuous improvement will excel in this position.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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