Night Transport Planner & Operator – 4-on 4-off

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; Stretford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are recruiting a Transport Operator for their Trafford Park, Manchester depot. The role manages 21 vehicles, 6 subcontractors and 85 drivers, coordinating with ports and scheduling deliveries across the UK.

You will use TOPS to track schedules, monitor ETAs and reroute jobs as needed. The ideal candidate has transport operator/planner experience, strong UK geography knowledge, excellent communication, and a problem-solving mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience as Transport Operator or Planner is essential.
• Strong understanding of UK geography and container transport operations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple drivers daily: 21 vehicles, 6 subcontractors, 85 drivers total.
• Liaise with ports and book delivery slots.
• Use TOPS to track driver schedules and ETAs.
• Monitor ETAs and reroute jobs as needed.
• Ensure POD matching and accuracy of documentation.
• Communicate updates or delays clearly to customers.
• Work proactively to ensure timely deliveries across the UK.

Skills

Transport planning

UK geography understanding

Communication skills

Independent problem-solving

Attention to detail

4 on 4 off shift experience

Tools

TOPS system

Job description

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are recruiting a Transport Operator for their Trafford Park, Manchester depot. The role manages 21 vehicles, 6 subcontractors and 85 drivers, coordinating with ports and scheduling deliveries across the UK.

You will use TOPS to track schedules, monitor ETAs and reroute jobs as needed. The ideal candidate has transport operator/planner experience, strong UK geography knowledge, excellent communication, and a problem-solving mindset.