Transport Operator

Description

An outstanding opportunity has become available for a Transport Operator. This role is ideal for those with experience in logistics and transportation, offering a chance to contribute to a dynamic team, with our client, a leading Health & Beauty Supplier. This role will be a temporary role, potentially leading to a permanent position in the future.

Outline:

The Transport Operator plays a key role in ensuring that the customers (stores) deliveries are delivered on time and legally compliant. The Transport Operator is first line support to the delivery teams and supports communication to and from stores.

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating transportation activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, including but not limited to:

Full briefing and debriefing of driving teams to ensure communication of vital information and feedback capturedPreparing store bags and updating store instructions Communicating with all required departments and support functions to ensure a smooth and timely operationEnsure vehicles and trailers are road legal by following site defect processesProvide first line contact for driving teams in the event of delivery queries, breakdowns, or emergency incidentsEngaging with maintenance and breakdown services to assist breakdowns and recoveries Provide first line contact with stores in the event of schedule changes, delays and failuresSupporting other transport functions, holiday and absence cover when requiredWhat you'll bring to the role:

Previous administrator or operator experience within a transport environment (not essential)Experience of Telematics and Transport Management Systems would be an advantage Flexible approach to performing other duties within the transport operation as requested by your Line ManagerAttention to detailConfident and calm approach to deal with general transport challengesExcellent time and attendance recordGood teamwork skills, as well as the ability to work on your ownAlways demonstrate and maintain a high level of health and safety awareness within Transport, ensuring your own safety and the safety of others. This role will suit you if:

You enjoy working at a fast pace in an everchanging environmentYou are motivated by delivering results and can easily work to deadlinesYou are good at building strong working relationshipsYou are self-motivated and can work with minimal supervision You are honest, reliable, and dedicated to your roleYou have a strong work ethic with a meticulous attention to detailYou have a good attitude and aptitude with a willingness to learn new skills This role will report to the Transport Team Leader.

What's in it for you:

GBP31,173 - GBP34,501 (shift dependent) per year, plus overtime and the ability to earn an additional performance related bonus available up to 0.75% of annual salary.

25 days annual leave (plus Public Holidays) rising to 28 after 3 years then an additional day per year to a maximum of 30 days.

Excellent career progression.

Ad ID: 5416925729