Transport Co-ordinator

SIMMONDS TRANSPORT LIMITED; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and transportation company is seeking a motivated individual for a role focused on optimising routes and schedules, liaising with drivers and customers, and monitoring real-time movements. The candidate should possess exceptional communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a sound geographical knowledge of the UK. Benefits include a competitive salary of £32,000, pension contributions, and flexible Saturday shifts.

Benefits

Company Pension

Flexible Saturday Shift

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Fast learner with strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to maintain performance in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Optimise routes and schedules effectively.
• Liaise with drivers and customers with excellent communication.
• Monitor real-time movements under pressure.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations.
• Resolve delays and queries efficiently.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Resilience

Efficiency

Collaboration

Specialized Knowledge

Commitment

Strategic Planning

Job description

Simmonds Transport is a logistics and transportation company with a reputation for delivering reliable, efficient freight solutions tailored to customer needs. We focus on safety, punctuality, and professionalism, which supports a wide range of industries through best possible road transport and distribution services.

Core Competencies Required

• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Adaptability: A fast learner who excels at taking direction and pivoting quickly to meet changing demands.
• Resilience: Ability and will of maintaining high performance and accuracy in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Efficiency: Highly skilled in multitasking and strategic prioritization to meet tight deadlines.
• Collaboration: Equally effective working as a self‑motivated independent contributor or a cohesive team player.
• Specialized Knowledge: Comprehensive geographical knowledge of the UK, supporting logistics and planning.
• Commitment: Flexible approach to working hours to ensure operational success.
• Strategic Planning: Strong organizational abilities paired with decisive problem‑solving skills under pressure.

Skill Alignment

Job Responsibility: Your Matching Strength

• Optimising routes & schedules: Strong organisational and planning abilities.
• Liaising with drivers & customers: Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Monitoring real‑time movements: Proven ability to work under pressure in fast‑paced environments.
• Compliance & legislation: Sound geographical knowledge of the UK and a fast learner.
• Resolving delays & queries: Effective problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Fleet & maintenance support: Capable of working independently and collaboratively.

Job Responsibilities

Transport Regulations

• Even if you don't have a CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) yourself, you should highlight your awareness of it.

IT Literacy

• Transport roles rely heavily on TMS (Transport Management Systems), GPS tracking, and Excel.

Salary & Benefits Breakdown

• Salary: £32,000
• Company Pension
• The Saturday Shift: One in every four mornings is a relatively light commitment for this industry, but it's a great time to show you can work independently while the main office might be quieter.