Transport Co-ordinator

Sterling Cross Ltd; Dover; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Dover is seeking a Transport Co-ordinator to manage fleet operations and support the Transport Manager. Key responsibilities include inspecting trucks, overseeing customs documentation, and assisting with driver recruitment. The ideal candidate will have strong IT skills and previous experience in transport or logistics, alongside excellent communication abilities. The role offers a competitive salary and various benefits in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme

Company events

On-site parking & subsidised fuel

Modern office environment

Career development

Hands-on role

Qualifications

• Flexible, attentive to detail and excellent communication skills required.
• Ability to work on a range of operational tasks. Previous experience in transport or logistics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and record the condition of a fleet of trucks.
• Support managers with timesheets, expenses, and holiday tracking.
• Communicate daily with drivers and operations staff.
• Oversee customs documentation and proof of deliveries.
• Assist with driver recruitment and onboarding.
• Manage freight in and out of the warehouse.
• Deputise for managers when required.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience in transport or logistics

Positive, professional attitude

Organizational skills

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Transport Co-ordinator

Dover Area

£34,000 per year + (depending on experience)

Permanent - Tuesday – Saturday, 08:00 – 18:00

Own Transport Essential due to location

Overview

Why Apply?

Looking for a role where no two days are the same? This is a hands-on position within a busy logistics operation, offering variety, responsibility, and the chance to develop your career in transport management. You’ll work alongside an experienced team in a well-established logistics company with a reputation built since 1983.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary of £34,000 + per year DoE
• 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Company events
• On-site parking & subsidised fuel
• A modern office environment with a supportive team
• The chance to learn every aspect of transport operations

The Role

Working closely with the Transport Manager and Site Manager, you’ll play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly:

• Inspecting and recording the condition of a fleet of 38 trucks (including photographing and reporting any damage)
• Supporting managers with timesheets, expenses, tachograph reports, and holiday tracking
• Communicating daily with drivers, workshop teams, and operations staff
• Overseeing customs documentation, trailer reports, and proof of deliveries
• Assisting with driver recruitment and onboarding
• Helping manage freight in and out of the warehouse
• Deputising for managers when needed

This role requires flexibility, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. You’ll need to be highly organised and ready to get involved in a wide range of operational tasks.

What You’ll Bring

• A positive, professional, and helpful attitude
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong IT skills
• Previous experience in transport or logistics
• Energetic, presentable, and willing to learn
• A forklift licence would be useful (training can be provided)
• Own transport required due to location

About the Company

Our client is a long-established logistics business.

Operating a large fleet of trailers and tractor units, they provide logistics services to UK and European manufacturers, importers, and exporters.

This is a role for someone who wants to work hard, stay busy, and grow in a company that values initiative and commitment.

Apply now to join a fast-paced, successful logistics team where your contribution will be noticed and appreciated.

Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment Agency.

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