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Traffic Operator - 4on/4off

TN United Kingdom

Derby

On-site

GBP 24,000 - 36,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player in container transport is seeking a dedicated Traffic Operator for their East Midlands Gateway depot. This role involves managing drivers, coordinating with ports, and ensuring timely deliveries. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in transport operations, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of UK geography. Enjoy a 4 on 4 off shift pattern with a company that offers annual salary reviews, bonuses, and a range of employee benefits, including life assurance and discounts on cruises. Join a winning team and make a significant impact in a dynamic environment!

Benefits

Annual salary review
Annual bonus
20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
Life assurance cover
Discounts on MSC cruises
Weekly lottery
Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

  • Experience as a Transport Operator is essential.
  • Must be a confident communicator with excellent UK geographical knowledge.

Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple drivers and communicate with ports effectively.
  • Book delivery slots and ensure drivers are on time.

Skills

Transport Operations
Communication Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Geographical Knowledge (UK)
Organizational Skills
Flexibility

Tools

TOPS Transport System

Job description

Join a winning team at Maritime Transport! If you have experience within the container transport industry, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you to join a market leader as a Traffic Operator on a 4 on 4 off shift basis at our East Midlands Gateway depot.

Why work for Maritime Transport?

  • Annual salary review (discretionary).
  • Annual bonus (discretionary).
  • 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays on top from day 1.
  • Life assurance cover x3 from day 1.
  • Big discounts on MSC cruises for yourself, family, and friends.
  • Maritime weekly lottery (chance to win one thousand pounds every week).
  • Employee assistance programme.
  • You’ll be working for one of the market leaders.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Dealing with multiple drivers.
  • Communicating with ports.
  • Booking delivery slots for entry in ports.
  • Using a Transport system called TOPS for putting down drivers' start times and finish times.
  • Chasing drivers for ETAs and making sure they are on time.
  • Rerouting jobs as and when needed.
  • Checking all PODs are matched up with all the correct jobs on the system.
  • Speaking to customers on possible delays advising ETAs.

We are looking for candidates to apply who have the following:

  • Previous experience as a Transport Operator – Essential.
  • Confident and clear communicator – written and verbal.
  • Must be happy to work a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.
  • Excellent UK geographical knowledge.
  • Can work on own initiative.
  • Quick and efficient problem-solving skills.
  • Organised at all times.
  • Flexibility to meet the demands of the business.
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