Logistics Controller - 24/7 Route & Emergency Planner

Eventor; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Wellbeing Support

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition

Everyday Discounts

Job summary

Culina, via its Eventor division in the UK, is hiring a Logistics Controller to plan and deploy resources across 24/7 operations. You will ensure schedules meet Working Time Directive requirements and EU drivers’ hours rules, coordinating with convoy teams and the customer on move requests.

The role includes maintaining rosters, allocating ESL transport assets, planning routes, and providing out-of-hours support.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced logistics or transport planning environment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of WTD and EU Drivers Hours is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain driver/core staff rosters for 24/7 operations.
• Allocate ESL transport assets for all deployments.
• Plan routes and contingency plans; liaise with convoy commanders and customer on moves.
• Ensure health, safety and environment rules are followed.
• Respond to customer requests and provide cost calculations for approvals.
• Produce KPI reports and handle weekly hours and vehicle mileage.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Access

Outlook

GTS

Microlise

Job description

Culina, via its Eventor division in the UK, is hiring a Logistics Controller to plan and deploy resources across 24/7 operations. You will ensure schedules meet Working Time Directive requirements and EU drivers’ hours rules, coordinating with convoy teams and the customer on move requests.

The role includes maintaining rosters, allocating ESL transport assets, planning routes, and providing out-of-hours support.