Transport Controller

TN United Kingdom; Martock; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Transport Controller to join their dynamic team. This office-based role offers a competitive salary and the chance to work Monday to Friday, focusing on hire and transport planning functions. You will be responsible for scheduling movements of plant hire equipment, managing drivers and fleet, and ensuring compliance with regulations. With a strong emphasis on internal promotion, this role provides excellent training and development opportunities. If you have a background in transport planning or logistics, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Regular team events

Training and development opportunities

Ongoing coaching and progression paths

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning or logistics is essential.
• Background in construction or hire industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Raising on/off hires and scheduling movements of plant hire equipment.
• Managing drivers and fleet, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Skills

Transport Planning

Logistics Coordination

Route Planning

Fleet Management

Job description

Transport Controller Role

Paying up to £28k, this office-based role is Monday to Friday and supports both hire and transport planning functions to facilitate hires, raise purchase orders, and make sales calls to attract new business.

The position is commutable from Martock, West Chinnock, Pucklington, and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Raising on/off hires
• Scheduling movements of various plant hire equipment to high-priority contracts
• Managing and coordinating drivers and fleet, including lorries, hiabs, trailers, and shunters
• Route planning ensuring compliance with drivers' hours and WTD, analyzing tachograph, telematics reports, and addressing any issues or trends with line managers

Candidate Requirements

Previous experience as a Transport Planner, Transport Router, Logistics Coordinator, Transport Clerk, or Logistics Planner is essential. A background in construction, civils, or hire industry is advantageous.

Benefits

• Regular team events and nights out
• Training and development opportunities, including management courses
• Ongoing coaching and progression paths, with a focus on internal promotion

Please note that all employment offers are subject to pre-employment checks.

To learn more or apply for the Transport Controller role, contact us at 01933 667223 or reach out to Leo Edwards at Path Recruitment.