Transport Co-Ordinator

Description:

Transport Co-ordinator

???? Widnes, WA8 0GG

???? £36,183 per annum + Overtime + On-Call Allowance

???? Full Time | Permanent

???? Monday to Friday | Rotating Shifts

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Transport Co-ordinator to join a leading national transport and logistics operation within the tanker haulage sector.

This is a fast-paced role where you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of LGV vehicles and trailers across the UK while delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining operational compliance.

Shift Pattern

Rotating weekly shifts:

06:00 – 14:00

14:00 – 22:00

22:00 – 06:00 (cover only with additional allowance)

37.5 hours per week with overtime opportunities and weekend on-call cover on a rota basis.

The Role

As a Transport Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for:

Planning and coordinating driver and vehicle movements

Managing daily transport plans and rotas

Monitoring delivery performance and KPI targets

Liaising with drivers, customers and operational teams

Ensuring compliance with WTD and drivers’ hours regulations

Maintaining high levels of customer service

Managing operational issues and responding to changing demands

Supporting driver wages, expenses and holiday planning

Ensuring all H&S procedures are followed and incidents reported correctly

What We’re Looking For

Previous experience within transport/logistics planning or coordination

Strong geographical knowledge of the UK

Experience working within a fast-paced operational environment

Good understanding of drivers’ hours and transport compliance

Strong communication and organisational skills

Ability to problem solve and work under pressure

IT competent with experience using transport planning systems and Microsoft Office

Experience with Microlise or similar systems advantageous

What’s On Offer

Competitive salary + overtime opportunities

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Retail discounts and wellbeing support

Long-term career opportunities within a well-established and growing business

Please note:

All offers of employment are subject to Right to Work checks, Basic DBS clearance and Drug & Alcohol screening.

Apply now to join a professional and growing transport operation where no two days are the same