Night Traffic Operator

Meachers Global Logistics Limited; Southampton; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Paid Role

Competitive Salary

23 days holiday per year

Company pension scheme

Life insurance

Job summary

Meachers Global Logistics Limited is seeking a Night Traffic Operator to coordinate overnight UK transport operations, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient vehicle, driver and container movements. You will work with the Transport Manager and Traffic Team to monitor movements, assist drivers, resolve issues, and keep transport plans accurate for a fast-paced logistics environment.

The role requires strong organisation, attention to detail, and the confidence to make timely operational

Qualifications

• Experience in traffic planning or transport operations, preferably container logistics.
• Ability to make timely operational decisions and communicate with drivers and customers.
• Strong knowledge of Drivers Hours Regulations, Tachograph Rules and the Working Time Directive.
• Experience using transport management systems and vehicle booking systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, route and schedule drivers and vehicles for overnight operations.
• Supervise drivers during night operations and act as main contact for queries.
• Monitor vehicle movements and respond to delays or changes.
• Manage container movements and coordinate port/depot deliveries and collections.
• Operate Container Vehicle Booking Systems (VBS) to book slots efficiently.
• Maximise fleet and subcontractor resource utilisation while controlling costs.
• Maintain accurate records and keep transport systems up to date.
• Ensure compliance with Drivers Hours Regulations, Tachograph Rules and Working Time Directive.
• Provide updates to management on performance and issues.

Skills

Traffic planning

Transport operations

Driver communications

Container logistics

Regulatory compliance

Tools

Vehicle Booking Systems (VBS)

Transport management systems

Job description

About Us

Meachers Global Logistics is one of the UKs leading independent logistics providers. For more than 50 years, we have delivered tailored solutions across freight forwarding, supply chain management, UK warehousing and distribution, contract management, training and advisory services. Our experienced team combines reliable service with a customer-focused approach to support clients across a wide range of industries.

The Role Night Traffic Operator

We are seeking an experienced Night Traffic Operator to coordinate and control our overnight UK transport operation. You will help ensure that vehicle, driver and container movements are completed safely, efficiently and in full compliance with relevant legislation.

Working closely with the Transport Manager and wider Traffic Team, you will monitor vehicle and container movements throughout the night shift, support drivers, resolve operational issues, and keep transport systems and plans accurate and up to date.

You will need strong organisational skills, close attention to detail and the confidence to make timely operational decisions in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning, routing and scheduling drivers and company vehicles to ensure efficient overnight transport operations.
• Supervising and supporting drivers during night operations, acting as the main point of contact for operational queries and issues.
• Monitoring ongoing vehicle movements and responding to delays, breakdowns, or operational changes.
• Managing container movements, including coordinating deliveries and collections from ports, depots, and customer sites.
• Managing Container Vehicle Booking Systems (VBS) for port collections and deliveries, ensuring slots are booked and utilised effectively to avoid delays and maximise operational efficiency.
• Maximising the utilisation of fleet and subcontractor resources to ensure cost-effective transport operations.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring all transport management systems are kept up to date.
• Ensuring compliance with Drivers Hours Regulations, Tachograph Rules, and the Working Time Directive.
• Communicating clearly with drivers, warehouse teams, and internal departments to ensure smooth overnight operations.
• Providing updates to management on operational performance and any issues arising during the shift.

About You

You will have experience in traffic planning or transport operations, preferably within container logistics. You will be confident making operational decisions, communicating with drivers and customers, and using transport management and vehicle booking systems. A strong understanding of Drivers Hours Regulations, Tachograph Rules and the Working Time Directive is essential.

Key Accountabilities

Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will take ownership of overnight transport control. You will be accountable for maintaining legal compliance, protecting service performance, using company and subcontractor resources efficiently, and escalating significant operational issues promptly.

Hours of Work

This position operates from 15:30 to 01:30 on a shift basis.

Benefits

• Monthly Paid Role
• Competitive Salary
• 23 days holiday per year
• Company pension scheme
• Life insurance

Please note: We are only able to accept applications from candidates who already have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support visa applications for any of our current vacancies.