Transport Coordinator

Premier Work Support; Basildon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A freight service provider is seeking a Transport Co-ordinator in Basildon, UK. The role involves planning and coordinating road transport activities, optimizing routes, and maintaining records for efficient cargo movement. Candidates should have proven experience as a Transport Coordinator and possess strong numeracy and customer service skills. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5:30 pm. If you meet these qualifications, apply online today.

Qualifications

• Proven Transport Coordinator experience.
• Familiar with logistics documentation and data entry.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate all road transport activities.
• Plan and allocate vehicle resources for UK domestic cargo movements.
• Liaise with customs brokers and freight forwarders for clearances.
• Maintain records of hauliers, rates, and transit times.

Skills

Transport Coordinator experience

Computer literate

Resilient under pressure

Customer-focused

Strong numeracy skills

Detail-oriented

Job description

Overview

Premier Work Support are currently assisting a freight provider with the recruitment of a permanent Transport Co-ordinator.

As the Transport Co-ordinator you will co-ordinate and facilitate all road transport activities. You will be planning, coordinating and monitoring the movement of goods by road, assigning optimal routes to drivers and tracking deliveries against shipment timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Planning and allocating vehicle resources to maximise coverage of all UK domestic cargo movements, from Sprinter vans to container haulage.
• Co‑ordinating in‑house vehicle loading and delivery schedules to ensure the most efficient turnaround and utilisation.
• Arranging bookings for vehicles to and from ports for import and export containers, securing optimal collection dates and times.
• Make and manage bookings with subcontracted hauliers, providing unique subject numbers and obtaining written confirmation of availability.
• Maintain up‑to‑date records of hauliers, rates, routings and transit times to support cost‑effective decision‑making.
• Prepare and review all export, import and cross‑trade documentation, including customs entries and clearance requirements.
• Liaison with customs brokers, freight forwarders, port authorities and other third parties to co‑ordinate smooth international and domestic clearances.
• Various other duties relating to working as part of a busy transport department.

Qualifications and skills

• Proven Transport Coordinator experience
• Computer literate
• Resilient under pressure and deadline‑driven
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment
• Customer‑focused with excellent service skills
• Strong numeracy and accuracy skills
• Detail‑oriented in documentation and data entry
• Eager to learn and develop in logistics

Hours are Monday - Friday 9am to 5:30pm

If you have all of the skills and attributes for this position please apply online today