Night Transport Operator

Streamline Services Consultancy Limited; Stanford-le-Hope; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Streamline Services Consultancy Limited is recruiting a Night Transport Operator in Stanford Le Hope. The role involves overseeing the overnight fleet to ensure work is completed efficiently and service levels are maintained.

You will be a key contact between drivers, planners, and management, assist in job planning, and monitor operational performance. Candidates should have experience in container haulage and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills with the ability to deal confidently with drivers and management.
• Organised approach with strong attention to detail.
• Previous experience within container haulage or transport operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the overnight fleet and ensure efficient work completion.
• Monitor late-running jobs and escalate concerns.
• Maintain communication with drivers for workload management.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organised approach

Attention to detail

Experience within container haulage

Understanding of VBS bookings

Experience monitoring driver workloads

Job description

Overview

Streamline Recruitment are currently recruiting for a fantastic client based in Stanford Le Hope who are looking to appoint a Night Transport Operator to join their transport operation. This position plays a key role in overseeing the overnight fleet, ensuring work is completed efficiently, costs are controlled, and service levels are maintained throughout the shift. The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact between drivers, planners, fleet, and management teams, helping to ensure a smooth operational handover between day and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Carry out operational tasks and instructions provided by the Operations Team.
• Ensure all vehicles under your control are planned, dispatched, and completed before the end of shift, with detailed handovers where required.
• Assist with planning and recovery of jobs to support operational continuity.
• Monitor late-running jobs, service issues, and potential recoveries, escalating concerns where necessary.
• Support with VBS bookings, ensuring bookings are managed correctly and operational costs are kept under control.
• Investigate missed VBS slots and escalate recurring issues or trends appropriately.
• Complete weekly operational closedown tasks accurately and within deadlines.
• Maintain regular communication with drivers to manage workloads and resolve operational issues.
• Build strong working relationships with drivers, planners, operators, and management teams.
• Liaise with the Fleet department regarding maintenance schedules, vehicle availability, and service planning.
• Assist with investigations into delays, breakdowns, or equipment-related operational issues.
• Support the wider operations team with continuous improvement and daily operational performance.
• Escalate any operational risks, service concerns, or cost-related issues to management.

Skills & Experience

• Strong communication skills with the ability to deal confidently with drivers, planners, and senior management.
• Organised approach with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Previous experience within container haulage, UK port transport, or transport planning operations.
• Understanding of VBS bookings, container movements, and port operations.
• Experience monitoring driver workloads, compliance, and drivers' hours.
• Exposure to operational reporting and closedown processes.
• Knowledge of specialist equipment planning within transport operations.
• Previous experience supporting or mentoring operational teams.
• Ability to identify trends and contribute to performance improvements.

Additional

Monday to Friday 20:00 - 06:00

Salary competitive, depending on experience. (Open to discussion).

If you are interested in discussing, please contact us today