Transport Co-ordinator

TN United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at an established organization focused on saving lives through efficient transport services. As a Transport Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in supporting the operational efficiency of the Transport Service. Your responsibilities will include managing courier activities, optimizing costs, and ensuring timely delivery of essential products to hospitals. This role offers a chance to contribute to a meaningful cause, with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment. Embrace the chance to make a difference while enjoying a range of benefits, including generous annual leave and a commitment to continuous learning.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

NHS pension scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Continuous learning programs

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and logistics management.
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK road network.
• Familiarity with digital and IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the First Line Transport Manager in operations.
• Manage courier activities and ensure timely deliveries.
• Assist in operational planning and service provision.

Skills

Customer Service

Geographical Knowledge of National Road Network

Record Keeping

Understanding of Digital and IT Systems

Education

Diploma in Transport & Logistics

Diploma in Supervisory Management

Good Standard of General Education

Tools

Transport Management System (TMS)

Job description

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Transport Coordinator
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Job Summary
Your role will involve supporting the First Line Transport Manager in ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the Transport Service. This includes managing all courier activities, optimizing utilization while minimizing costs, and fostering strong collaboration with the Issue Department to facilitate the timely delivery of products to hospitals.

Main duties of the job
In this role you will be required to:
Work as a key member of the team at an NHSBT location undertaking local centre, regional and national tasks.
Undertake operational work planning and application of organisational service provision of NHSBT.
Work as part of the transport department operational team assisting in the efficient and effective operational running of the Transport and Logistics services.
Undertake responsibility for all Courier activity to ensure cost efficiencies
Build strong links with Hospital Services Departments to ensure timely delivery of products to hospitals
Work with digital and IT packages, including a Transport Management System
This position predominantly adheres to a Monday-to-Friday daytime schedule; however, participation in a rostered, variable shift pattern, may occasionally be required.
About You
Experience and Knowledge
Customer service experience.
Excellent geographical knowledge of the National Road network.
Ability to maintain records.
Ability to understand Digital and IT systems i.e. Pulse/Q-Pulse TMS.
Qualifications and Training
Diploma in Transport & Logistics or equivalent demonstrable experience.
Diploma in Supervisory Management or equivalent demonstrable experience.
Willingness to undertake development and training as required.
Good standard of general education.
Demonstrate commitment to own Continued Professional Development (CPD)

About Us
It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, you’ll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.

Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do.
By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.

You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

What we offer:
NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions
We’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.

Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process.

This vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of applications, so we recommend applying early.

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on 8th May 2025
Interviews are anticipated to be held w/c 19th May 2025 subject to confirmation.
For informal enquiries please contact
Name: Tony Walker
Job Title: Assistant Transport Manager
Contact Details: [emailprotected]