Motorsport Transport Coordinator

Danzas Corporation; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous holiday

Bonus scheme

Pension & life assurance

Wellbeing programme

Employee discounts

Training & development

Job summary

DHL Global Forwarding UK is seeking a motivated Transport Planner to join the Motorsport Logistics Team. You will support day-to-day operations, coordinate UK domestic transport, liaise with hauliers and planning colleagues, and assist with documentation.

No prior experience is required as full training will be provided. The role is 37.5 hours per week, reporting to the Transport Manager, with a focus on accuracy, teamwork and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational abilities with attention to detail.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and book UK domestic transport for the Motorsport planning team.
• Liaise with hauliers and Planning Team to ensure timely vehicle movements.
• Book ferry crossings for European routes and support international transport activities.
• Prepare transport documentation (GMR, CMR, Carnets) and ensure customs compliance.
• Capture and store tachograph data from drivers per regulatory guidelines.
• Provide general administrative support to the transport operations team.
• Maintain accurate records and databases as required.
• Ensure interactions comply with DPDHL Code of Conduct and anti-corruption rules.
• Contribute to the First-Choice continuous improvement program.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

MS Office

Team player

Learning agility

Job description

Who is DHL Global Forwarding?

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is part of the DHL Group. While the DHL Group employs more than 580,000 people globally, DGF has around 31,000 freight forwarding experts in more than 190 countries around the world, with around 1,000 of us based in the UK across 15 Sites. As the experts in Freight Forwarding since 1815, we are the global specialists in Air, Ocean and Rail Freight.

You name it, we’ve shipped it - from brown bears to aircraft engines, to lifesaving medicines and luxury cars! We are also proud to partner with some of the well-known global sporting series, movie franchises and music tours.

Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we’re committed to helping our Forwarders to realise their full potential, supported by our own development journey - Certified International Forwarder (CIF).

Our Values

Every day we are guided by our values: Passion , Entrepreneurship , Excellence and Teamwork .

We are extremely passionate about our people and what we do, which is why DHL Global Forwarding is recognised as a Top Employer and a Great Place to Work , because we are specialists in providing Excellence, Simply Delivered .

In addition to our values, we promote an open and honest feedback culture based on Respect & Results, whereby our employees embrace diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, while ensuring that we never compromise our integrity and compliance.

Role Overview

Join our dynamic Motorsports Logistics Team and be part of one of the most thrilling sectors in transportation - international motorsport logistics. This is an excellent opportunity for someone enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and eager to begin a career in logistics. No previous experience is required - full training will be provided. You will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our Motorsport Planners.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and book UK domestic transport on behalf of the Motorsport planning team
• Liaise directly with hauliers and our Planning Team to ensure timely vehicle movements
• Book ferry crossings for European routes and support international transport activities
• Assist with the preparation of transport documentation, including GMR, CMR, and Carnets , ensuring compliance with customs and Motorsport event requirements
• Ensure tachograph data from drivers is captured and stored in line with regulatory compliance
• Provide general administrative support to the transport operations team
• Assist with maintaining accurate records and databases as required
• Ensures that all interactions are compliant with DPDHL Code of Conduct and other compliance requirements e.g. anti-corruption
• Contribute to the First-Choice continuous improvement program

Skills and Experience

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational abilities with attention to detail
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing operational needs

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Eligibility to participate in the Employee Incentive Bonus Scheme
• Pension scheme which includes life assurance
• Access to professional employee assistance and wellbeing programme
• A competitive package of voluntary benefits including retail, entertainment, gym membership, cycle to work scheme, contribution to eye care costs, and many more discounts
• Training and Development opportunities with a strong focus on internal promotion

HOURS/SHIFT PATTERN: 37.5 hours per week

REPORTS TO: Transport Manager

Please note: Due to the nature of our business we are regulated by the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority), therefore it is compulsory for all applicants once offered employment to provide a full 5 year employment history. Additional to this we are required to carry out a Criminal Record Check.

DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfilment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows.

Our culture is focused on personal commitment – to our customers, to each other, to our communities and to the environment. We reward excellent work and we nurture the talents of our employees. This enables you as an employee to develop your expertise and your career in different areas or divisions – and even in other countries.

We are committed to creating a workplace that ensures mutual respect and is focused on results. We hire talented people from all backgrounds – irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnicity, social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity. Diversity enriches our workplace, drives our success, and helps us deliver excellence.

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