Traffic Dispatcher – Fleet Optimizer with Great Benefits

Biffa; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Biffa is looking for a dedicated Traffic Dispatcher to support day-to-day operations in Swindon. The role encompasses the allocation of vehicles to ensure optimal service delivery, adhering to all Health and Safety standards. Additionally, you will handle administrative tasks, contribute to cost control, and ensure vehicle and driver compliance.

Essential criteria include strong local knowledge, exceptional communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. This full-time position champions diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the local area.
• Exceptional communication skills, able to write and speak clearly.
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise effectively.
• Experience working to strict deadlines in a time-critical environment.
• Computer literate with strong knowledge of Excel.

Responsibilities

• Managing route efficiency and ensuring effective use of vehicles.
• Managing driver availability and coverage.
• Performing administrative duties, including payroll inputs.
• Proactive vehicle management for safety and compliance.
• Supervising daily vehicle availability and driver checks.
• Contributing to cost control and efficiency improvements.
• Completing administrative tasks for dispatch office.

Skills

Strong knowledge of the local area

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to plan, organise and prioritise

Experience in a time-critical environment

Computer literate, especially in Excel

Job description

Biffa is looking for a dedicated Traffic Dispatcher to support day-to-day operations in Swindon. The role encompasses the allocation of vehicles to ensure optimal service delivery, adhering to all Health and Safety standards. Additionally, you will handle administrative tasks, contribute to cost control, and ensure vehicle and driver compliance.

Essential criteria include strong local knowledge, exceptional communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. This full-time position champions diversity and inclusion.