Logistics Coordinator

Biffa plc; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company is seeking a Logistics Coordinator in Edinburgh. This role involves managing daily operations, optimising vehicle routes, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong problem-solving skills and a good knowledge of the local area, contributing to exceptional service delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the local area.
• Ability to plan and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in admin or time-critical environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Optimising routes and vehicle utilisation.
• Managing driver availability and compliance.
• Overseeing vehicle checks and maintenance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Route optimisation

Compliance management

Data analysis

Communication

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A quick look at the role.

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for managing the day-to-day organisation of operations in the depot through the allocation and basic routing of vehicles. You will ensure best-in-class service delivery to customers, maintain health & safety standards, and ensure environmental and O licence compliance.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy problem-solving, and are passionate about delivering exceptional service, this is the role for you.

Your Core Responsibilities

1. Optimising routes and vehicle utilisation to deliver top-class service.
2. Managing driver availability and ensuring compliance with regulations.
3. Overseeing vehicle checks, safety, and maintenance.
4. Handling admin tasks like payroll, timesheets, tachograph records, and reporting.
5. Driving cost-efficiency by analysing depot data and improving operations.

This role offers opportunities to engage in employee engagement and improvement initiatives beyond desk-based tasks.

Our essential requirements

• A strong knowledge of the local area.
• The ability to plan, prioritise, and meet tight deadlines.
• A solutions-driven mindset and a knack for problem-solving.
• Proficiency with business software and MS Office (especially Excel).
• Experience in admin, call handling, or a time-critical environment is a plus.

Biffa - Changing the way people think about waste.

At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it, or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. Our 11,000+ employees across the UK trust us to provide rewarding careers that are often challenging but never dull. We are the UK’s No. 1 choice for business waste management.

Dedicated to diversity.

Being inclusive is core to our culture at Biffa; we believe different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment that reflects our communities and produces the best outcomes for colleagues, customers, and stakeholders. We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion at every turn.