Night Transport Controller (Maternity Cover)

Caraires Recruitment Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same day/permanent rate alignment

3% employer pension

Annual leave from day one

Regular contact from Caraires

Refer a friend £25 voucher

Employee of the month

Seasonal gifts

Job summary

Caraires Recruitment Limited is seeking a Transport Clerk in Northampton for a maternity cover role, working 6pm–6am on a 4-on 4-off pattern. The position supports daily operations ensuring drivers, vehicles and deliveries are aligned and compliant.

The ideal candidate will have transport sector experience, strong IT skills (Excel/Outlook) and familiarity with Transport Management Systems, along with excellent communication and organisational abilities. Nights experience is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Experience in a transport environment.
• Strong IT skills with MS Office (Excel, Outlook) and exposure to Transport Management Systems (TMS).
• Excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• A problem-solver mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Have worked nights previously.
• Reliable.

Responsibilities

• Driver brief & debrief: dispatch drivers with correct paperwork and debrief on return, noting delays or issues.
• System management: update and maintain the Transport Management Systems (TMS) in real-time.
• Customer service: act as a key point of contact for drivers, sub-contractors, and customers.
• Compliance & safety: ensure operations comply with legal requirements, including driver hours (WTD) and health and safety regs.
• Paperwork & administration: manage delivery notes, PODs, and manifest tracking.

Skills

Great communicator

Calm under pressure

Night shift experience

Problem solving

Transport environment experience

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Outlook)

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

Caraires Recruitment Limited is seeking a Transport Clerk in Northampton for a maternity cover role, working 6pm–6am on a 4-on 4-off pattern. The position supports daily operations ensuring drivers, vehicles and deliveries are aligned and compliant.

The ideal candidate will have transport sector experience, strong IT skills (Excel/Outlook) and familiarity with Transport Management Systems, along with excellent communication and organisational abilities. Nights experience is beneficial.