Transport Co-Ordinator

The Best Connection Group Limited; Darlington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation services firm is seeking an experienced Transport Co-Ordinator in Darlington. This role involves managing driver schedules, handling transport issues, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a busy distribution environment and be IT literate, preferably with Transport Management Systems knowledge. This position offers excellent pay rates and ongoing support.

Benefits

Excellent pay rates

24/7 consultant support

Pension contributions

Online payslips & holiday accrual

Personal accident insurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Transport Co-Ordinator or in a transport role preferred.
• Ability to handle daily transport issues.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Allocate driver schedules and handle daily transport issues.
• Complete driver reports and monitor compliance.
• Support planning for holiday cover.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Positive attitude

IT literate

Tools

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

Overview

The Best Connection are seeking to recruit a Transport Co-Ordinator to work with their client in Darlington. This is a fantastic Temp to Perm opportunity for an experienced Transport Co-Ordinator to join a busy distribution team, supporting daily transport operations and ensuring compliance.

Responsibilities

• Allocate driver schedules, pre-brief and debrief drivers
• Handle daily transport issues and keep customers updated
• Complete driver reports and paperwork
• Plan holiday cover and support with backhaul planning
• Report vehicle defects and minimise downtime
• Learn and monitor compliance (WTD & driving hours)
• Ad hoc duties as required
• Initial training alongside Team Leaders before running shifts independently as a Transport Co-Ordinator

Candidate Requirements

• Previous Transport Co-Ordinator or transport background preferred
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• IT literate - TMS knowledge (Sharp, Sphere) an advantage

Hours & Pay

• 40 hours per week (30 min unpaid break)
• Core: 12:00 - 20:00 (occasional nights 20:00 - 06:00)
• Training shifts: 06:00 - 14:00 / 12:00 - 20:00 / 20:00 - 06:00
• £13.70 per hour + overtime at 1.5x

Benefits

• Excellent pay rates
• 24/7 consultant support
• Pension contributions
• Online payslips & holiday accrual
• Personal accident insurance
• Ongoing assignments