Transport Co-ordinator

Den Hartogh; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics service provider in the UK is seeking a proactive Transport Co-ordinator. The role involves planning intermodal transport across Europe, ensuring seamless logistics operations, and maintaining customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication and organisational skills, with opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

33 days of annual holiday

Pension and life assurance schemes

Access to exclusive perks and discounts

Comprehensive support programs

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of Customs regulations and international trade compliance (advantageous but not essential).
• Exceptional attention to detail and a passion for delivering high standards.
• Resilience under pressure, with flexibility to adapt to market demands.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Motivated to pursue ongoing training and professional development.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and logistics administration skills.
• Solution-focused, proactive team player who can also work independently.
• Confidence in managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate intermodal transport across Europe for on-time deliveries.
• Communicate with suppliers, carriers, and customer service teams for booking accuracy.
• Execute daily logistics activities with financial awareness.
• Identify and escalate operational issues and customs-related matters.
• Monitor time-critical cargo for timely arrivals and communicate delays.
• Provide clear solutions for disruptions in logistics operations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Logistics planning

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Ambitious People Realising Creative Logistics Solutions.

Where will you be working?

Royal Den Hartogh Logistics is a leading logistics service provider for the chemical, gas, polymer, and food industries. Founded in 1920 in the Netherlands, our family-owned company strongly focuses on safety and sustainability. Together with our customers and suppliers, we develop smart logistics solutions that contribute to a more efficient supply chain. We operate worldwide with 54 locations in 27 countries. Our team consists of over 2,600 employees, and we manage a modern fleet of 25,000 tank containers, 5,000 dry bulk containers and trailers, 575 tank trailers, and nearly 900 trucks.

The Role

We are looking for a highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive Transport Co-ordinator to strengthen our Continental Operations Team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating intermodal transport across Europe, ensuring seamless connections between road, rail, and sea freight. This is a dynamic position that requires strong logistics planning skills, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication. You will collaborate closely with suppliers, carriers, and internal teams to deliver operational excellence while keeping customer satisfaction at the heart of every decision.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport Planning & Execution – Ensure on-time deliveries and loading schedules through effective third party planning, problem-solving, and continuous coordination with all stakeholders.
• Supplier & Stakeholder Communication – Act as the central point of contact between suppliers, carriers, customer service teams, and internal departments, ensuring booking instructions are accurate, timely, and transparent.
• Operational Excellence – Execute daily logistics activities with a clear understanding of financial impact, while maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in internal systems.
• Issue Resolution & Risk Management – Proactively identify and escalate operational issues, volume fluctuations, and customs-related matters to minimise disruptions.
• Time-Critical Cargo Monitoring – Closely track urgent and priority shipments, ensuring timely arrivals and communicating delays or exceptions promptly, including cost approvals where necessary.
• Customer-Focused Problem Solving – Provide clear alternatives and solutions in case of disruptions, always ensuring smooth, customer-focused logistics operations.

What we’re looking for

As a Transport Co-ordinator, you’ll thrive if you bring a mix of operational expertise and a proactive mindset. The ideal candidate will have:

• A solid understanding of Customs regulations and international trade compliance (advantageous but not essential).
• Exceptional attention to detail and a passion for delivering the highest standards of quality.
• Resilience under pressure, with the flexibility to adapt quickly to evolving market and customer demands.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships across suppliers, customers, and internal teams.
• A growth mindset – eager to learn, open to feedback, and motivated to pursue ongoing training and professional development.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and logistics administration skills with the ability to stay on top of complex transport schedules.
• A solution-focused, proactive team player who can also work independently when needed.
• Confidence in managing multiple priorities, working at pace, and consistently meeting deadlines.

What We Offer

At Den Hartogh Logistics, we believe people are our greatest strength. When you join our team, you can expect:

• A culture built on trust, ownership, and responsibility, where your contributions truly matter.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment, with operational excellence, continuous improvement, and teamwork at its core.
• Opportunities for professional growth and personal development, supported by tailored training programmes.
• A competitive benefits package, including:
• Excellent pension and life assurance schemes
• 33 days of annual holiday, including bank holidays
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Access to our Benefit Hub for exclusive perks and discounts
• Comprehensive Help@Hand support and Employee Assistance Programme

A workplace that values ambition, innovation, and collaboration – while never losing sight of the importance of enjoying what we do.

Sounds good? Apply now! Want to know more? Contact Sarah Langridge, People & Culture Co-ordinator [e-mail] or apply directly via the button below.