Details:
- Salary: £32,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Stoke-on-Trent Staffordshire
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
Job Title: Transport Coordinator
Shift Pattern: 8:00am until 6:00pm
Location: Stoke-on-Trent area
Salary: £32,000 per annum
About the Company:
We are a leading regional logistics and warehousing provider operating a modern commercial fleet. Known for our delivery efficiency and robust compliance, we pride ourselves on maintaining exceptional service standards across all operations.
Job Purpose:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Transport Coordinator to join our busy traffic office. Operating as a key member of the national Palletline network, the successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day administration, routing, and live monitoring of fleet vehicles and customer collections. Working as part of a fast-paced team, you will ensure optimal fleet utilisation, manage driver communication, and maintain strict compliance with transport regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
*
Coordinate and plan daily vehicle schedules, assigning resources efficiently to meet customer delivery and collection windows.
*
Monitor live transport operations, tracking fleet movements to identify and resolve transit delays or issues promptly.
*
Serve as a primary point of contact for drivers, conducting clear morning briefings, performance monitoring, and debriefings at the end of shifts.
*
Manage customer bookings and handle inquiries or complaints professionally via telephone and email, ensuring high service levels.
*
Work closely with the pallet network desk to ensure all trunking schedules and strict hub cutoff deadlines are met daily.
*
Maintain complete compliance with EU driver hours, tachograph regulations, and the Working Time Directive during all planning activities.
*
Liaise directly with warehouse operations to coordinate incoming loads and ensure smooth handovers between loading teams and transport.
*
Assist with tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) such as fuel usage, delivery success rates, and driver hours.
Skills and Experience Required:
*
Proven experience working within a busy transport office or traffic environment (Pallet network experience is highly advantageous).
*
Strong working knowledge of transport compliance, driver hours, and Working Time Regulations.
*
Practical experience using vehicle tracking software and Transport Management Systems (TMS).
*
Excellent geographical knowledge of the UK road network.
*
Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the confidence to speak with both HGV drivers and corporate customers.
*
Methodical problem-solving skills and the ability to stay calm and focused under pressure.
*
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)