Part-Time Traffic Dispatcher: Route Optimisation & Ops

Biffa Group; Stretford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Biffa is seeking a part-time Traffic Dispatcher to manage day-to-day depot operations, allocate vehicles, perform basic routing, and ensure service to customers while upholding health and safety standards and environmental and O-licence compliance.

Hours include Wednesday 08:00-12:00 and Thursday/Friday 07:30-16:00. You will optimise routes, monitor driver availability, handle admin tasks, and contribute to cost-efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the local area.
• Ability to plan, prioritise, and meet tight deadlines.
• Solutions-driven mindset and problem-solving ability.
• Proficiency with business software and MS Office (especially Excel).
• Experience in admin, call handling, or time-critical environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Optimising routes and vehicle utilisation to deliver top-class service.
• Managing driver availability and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Overseeing vehicle checks, safety, and maintenance.
• Handling admin tasks like payroll, timesheets, tachograph records, and reporting.
• Driving cost-efficiency by analysing depot data and improving operations.

Skills

Local knowledge

Time management

Problem solving

Route planning

MS Office (Excel)

Tools

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Biffa is seeking a part-time Traffic Dispatcher to manage day-to-day depot operations, allocate vehicles, perform basic routing, and ensure service to customers while upholding health and safety standards and environmental and O-licence compliance.

Hours include Wednesday 08:00-12:00 and Thursday/Friday 07:30-16:00. You will optimise routes, monitor driver availability, handle admin tasks, and contribute to cost-efficient operations.