Transport Co-Ordinator

Manpower UK Ltd; Darlington; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Darlington is seeking a Transport Co-Ordinator to manage driver schedules, handle transport issues, and ensure customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational and communication skills, with a background in transport or logistics being highly desirable. This role offers an immediate start, weekly pay, and the potential for long-term opportunities within the industry.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday (Pro Rata)

Weekly pay

Access to Manpower Rewards

Access to the MyPath Upskilling Programme

Potential for long-term opportunities

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn on the job, supported by training.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Allocate and monitor driver schedules.
• Conduct pre-briefs and debriefs at the start and end of shifts.
• Manage transport issues and keep customers informed.
• Maintain accurate driver reports and paperwork.
• Organise annual leave cover.
• Optimise vehicle efficiency and plan backhaul loads.
• Report vehicle defects promptly.
• Learn driver compliance with Team Leaders.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to remain calm in fast-paced environments

Education

Background in transport, logistics, or planning

Job description

Overview

Transport Co-Ordinator

Location: Darlington, DL1 4XT • Pay Rate: £13.70 per hour • Working hours: 40 hours per week - 30-minute unpaid break per day

Standard: 12:00 - 20:00. Training period: Rotating shifts 06:00 - 14:00 / 12:00 - 20:00 / 20:00 - 06:00. Occasional cover: 20:00 - 06:00 (for annual leave/absence cover).

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a reliable and organised Transport Co-Ordinator to join a busy team on a temp-to-perm basis with an immediate start.

Our client is a well-established third-party provider of transportation and logistics services, offering Drayage, Global Freight Forwarding and Full Truckload Transport solutions. The company is committed to environmental sustainability, working with customers to create action plans that reduce emissions and improve efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Allocate and monitor driver schedules.
• Conduct pre-briefs at the start of shifts and debriefs at the end.
• Manage transport issues throughout the day, ensuring customers are kept fully informed.
• Complete and maintain accurate driver reports and paperwork.
• Organise annual leave cover using agency/subcontractors.
• Optimise vehicle efficiency and plan backhaul loads where possible.
• Report vehicle defects to the maintenance provider promptly to minimise downtime.
• Work closely with Team Leaders and Managers to learn and apply driver compliance (working time directive and driving hours).

Requirements

• Willingness to learn on the job, supported by training alongside current Team Leaders.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision once trained.
• Background in transport, logistics, or planning is highly desirable.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and proactive in a busy, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• 28 days paid holiday (Pro Rata).
• Weekly pay.
• Access to Manpower Rewards (discounts on retail, leisure, and adventure days).
• Access to the MyPath Upskilling Programme for personal and professional development.
• Potential for long-term opportunities with a global logistics provider.

This role is ideal for someone with excellent organisational skills, strong communication, and a desire to grow within the logistics industry. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity with real progression potential - we'd love to hear from you.