Job Details

French-Speaking Operations Controller

Folkestone andamp; Northern France | Circa andpound;42,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Contact: Emily @ Pearson Whiffin Recruitmentandnbsp;

Are you fluent in both French and English and looking for a career that offers challenge, responsibility and genuine long-term opportunities?

Weand#39;re working with a leading international organisation to recruit several French-speaking Operations Controllers to join a specialist operational control team. These are unique positions within a highly professional, fast-paced environment where youand#39;ll play a vital role in supporting safe and efficient operations across the UK and France.

This is not your typical office job. Youand#39;ll be at the centre of a 24/7 operation, coordinating information, monitoring live activities, responding to incidents and helping ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

Full training will be provided, so weand#39;re open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds who can demonstrate the right skills, mindset and aptitude.

The Role

Working within a modern operational control environment, youand#39;ll be responsible for monitoring live systems, coordinating information, supporting operational decision-making and responding to changing situations in real time.

Depending on the team you join, you may be involved in:

• Monitoring operational activities and identifying potential issues
• Communicating critical information to colleagues and stakeholders
• Coordinating resources and supporting service continuity
• Responding to incidents and following established safety procedures
• Maintaining accurate records and operational logs
• Working closely with teams across both the UK and France
• Ensuring information is communicated clearly, accurately and promptly

This is a role that requires focus, attention to detail and the ability to remain calm when priorities change.

About You

Weand#39;re interested in speaking with candidates who enjoy working in structured environments and can confidently manage multiple streams of information at once.

You may have experience within:

• Control room environments
• Emergency services
• Aviation or transport operations
• Logistics and planning
• Security or Border Force
• Military services
• Utilities or infrastructure operations
• Any fast-paced, process-driven environment where accuracy is critical

To be successful, youand#39;ll need:

• Fluent French and English language skills (minimum B2 level)
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to remain calm and focused under pressure
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
• A methodical and professional approach to work
• A full driving licence
• Flexibility to work in both the UK and France when required

Working Pattern

These positions operate on a rotating 24/7 shift pattern:

• 2 Early Shifts (approximately 06:00 - 14:00)
• 2 Late Shifts (approximately 14:00 - 22:00)
• 2 Night Shifts (approximately 22:00 - 06:00)
• Followed by 4 Days Off

Candidates must be comfortable working a mixture of days, evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays as part of the rota.

Whilst this is a shift-based role, the pattern provides regular extended periods away from work, making it popular with many employees who value a good work-life balance.

Whatand#39;s on Offer?

• Salary circa andpound;42,000
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Generous pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance and income protection
• Share and savings schemes
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Discounted travel benefits
• Employee wellbeing support
• Comprehensive training programme
• Genuine long-term career development opportunities

Interested?

If youand#39;re looking for a challenging and rewarding career where your language skills, attention to detail and ability to perform under pressure will be genuinely valued, weand#39;d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your up-to-date CV to find out more.