Transport Controller

Calor Gas Ltd.; Neath; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

ERs Pension contribution

Life assurance 4x salary

Income protection

Job summary

Calor Gas Ltd. is hiring an experienced Transport Controller at our Neath site to lead daily transport operations and ensure safe, efficient gas distribution.

You will manage a team of drivers, uphold safety standards, and coordinate with maintenance and regulatory bodies to meet delivery schedules and KPIs. Applicants should have leadership experience and knowledge of transport regulations, with ADR and safety qualifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in people management and leadership.
• Knowledge of transport regulations and directives.
• Preferably 3+ years in a supervisory/management role in a service environment.
• ADR certificate or experience with hazardous goods is preferred.
• Formal safety qualification (IF IOSHH/NEBOSH) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day transport operations and ensure safe distribution of gas supplies.
• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of drivers and staff to meet delivery schedules.
• Maintain site safety, compliance, and customer service standards.
• Manage fleet checks, safety, and regulatory compliance with internal/external partners.
• Deliver safety and performance briefings and drive cost-controlled operations.

Skills

People management

Leadership

KPIs

Transport regulations

ADR certificate

IOSHH

TrakM8

TrutacParagon

SAP

Tools

TrakM8

TrutacParagon

SAP

Job description

As the leading player in the UK LPG market, things rarely stand still at Calor, where an innovative and best-practice management culture naturally leads to varied and exciting employment opportunities. Find out more about our exciting and varied opportunities.

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Employment Type

• Permanent 1

Location

• Neath 1

Job Function

• Logistics 1
• Operations 1
• Transport 1

Transport Controller

Site:Neath

Salary £43,000 - £53,000 depending on experience, plus excellent benefits

We are looking for an experienced Transport Controllerto join our team at ourNeath site. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and motivated professional to take on a key leadership role within our management team.

As a Transport Controlleryou willbe responsible foroverseeing the day-to-day transport operations, ensuring the efficient and safe distribution of gas supplies. You will lead, motivate, and manage a team of drivers and staff, ensuring that delivery schedules are met whilemaintainingthe highest standards of safety, compliance, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage checks and controls to uphold fleet safety and reliability, collaborating closely with vehicle maintenance service providers to minimize downtime.
• Understand and implement relevant legislation and standards, liaise with internal specialists and regulatory authorities, and continuously improve safety performance.
• Maintain strict security of property and products, including serving as an emergency call-out key holder and attendingcall-outswhenrequired.
• Utilise working knowledge of relevant legislation, safety, quality procedures, and site operating instructions.
• Deliver regular company briefings on Safety and Performance to all employees.
• Ensure sites under your control aremaintainedin line with company policies and external regulatory authorities.
• Budgeting and Expenditure:
• Work with senior management to prepare budgets and manage expenditure within specified parameters.
• Prioritise the customer in decision-making processes and ensure employees are trained to deliver excellent customer service in all areas of the cylinder and bulk business.
• Lead the dispatching and scheduling functions for the area, ensuring all planned delivery schedules consider driver and vehicle compliance with relevant transport regulations.
• Coach, mentor, and planappropriate trainingand development for all staff and drivers.
• Conduct performance reviews in line with company procedures to create a robust and efficient operation that meets financial targets and KPIs.

We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications and experience:

• Proven skills in people management and leadership.
• Ability to organize resources according to customer needs and company service levels through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Sound working knowledge of current transport regulations and directives.
• Ideally, a minimum of 3 years' experience at management or supervisory level in a service-oriented environment, with financial experience preferred.
• Knowledge of current employment legislation.
• ADR certificate or experience with hazardous goods is preferred.
• Formal safety qualification preferred (e.g., IOSHH, NEBOSH).
• Ability to use company software packages, including TrakM8,TrutacParagon, and SAP, to enhance service delivery, improve driver performance, and provide the best possible customer experience.

In return, we offer:

• 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service, plus statutory bank holidays
• Single Private Medical Insurance cover with the opportunity to add Family at discounted rate
• ERs Pension contribution up to 7.5%
• 4x salary life assurance cover from day 1
• Income protection 50% of salary after 2 years
• Market leading retailer discount scheme with major retailers
• Discounted gas and appliances

To be considered for the above opportunity you must be eligible to live and work in UK and hold a full driving licence that is valid for you to drive in the UK.

At Calor, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger, and embracing diversity is not only the right thing to do, but it also drives innovation and success.

We understand that building an inclusive business is an ongoing journey, and we are dedicated to continually learning, evolving, and challenging ourselves to create a moreequitableand inclusive future. We encourage all members of our community to join us on this journey, as wefirmly believethat diversity and inclusion are essential for a better, brighter tomorrow.

Advertised: 25 Aug 2026 GMT Daylight Time
Applications close: 08 Sep 2026 GMT Daylight Time