Transport Controller

SUEZ; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SUEZ is seeking an enthusiastic Transport Planner to join their Wellingborough depot. This role involves managing drivers and ensuring efficient transport operations while adhering to safety and maintenance standards. Candidates should have relevant experience and qualifications, including a National CPC, and a passion for driving improvements in a sustainable environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Health and wellness programs

Career advancement opportunities

Continuous learning and development

Qualifications

• Full driving license is essential.
• Experience managing people and handling grievances.
• Knowledge of the Waste or Transport industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the regional transport function and oversee driver assignments.
• Ensure vehicles are maintained and driver checks are completed.
• Handle grievance and disciplinary matters.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Numerical Skills

Education

National CPC

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Contract type Permanent

Working Pattern Full time

Location based Wellingborough

Hours per week 45

Dates that interviews will take place W/C 14th July 2025

Salary £28,500 to £30,000

Summary of vacancy

Are you an experienced Transport/Logistics Planner? (called service delivery supervisor internally)

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic driven capable Transport Planner to join our busy depot.

At Suez, we’re committed to making our world a more sustainable place – a highly complex challenge. That’s why we need diverse and inspirational individuals to help us move forward. If you’re ready to shape the future, collaborate, and drive positive change, we want you on our team. Join us to unleash your talent and help us achieve our shared goals.

About The Role

• This will be based at Cawleys site in Wellingborough- hours of work 45 per week 7am to 5pm Mon to Fri with 60 min break each day.
  
  

About The Role

What will I be doing?

As a Transport Planner you’ll take charge of our regional transport function and ensure it runs like clockwork.

• You’ll be the immediate line manager for our drivers, allocating work; delivering instructions; monitoring their progress; and checking that everything’s been completed at the end of the day.
• You’ll also handle any grievance or disciplinary matters.
• Excellence will be as important to you as it is to us, so you’ll be exacting when it comes to ensuring that vehicles are maintained and that driver checks are carried out properly. In fact, you’ll strive for constant general improvement and increased profitability.
• As an experienced supervisor, you’ll be used to managing people, keeping accurate records and dealing with queries and problems.
• Some knowledge of the Waste or Transport industry is also needed, along with good numerical skills.
  
  

What are the requirements/qualifications?

• Ideally, you’ll have a National CPC and the ability to use Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication (in person and on paper) skills
• A friendly, approachable manner; and great teamwork skills.
• Please note that a full driving licence is essential.
• Internal Job Title - Service Delivery Supervisor ***
  
  

Who We Are

Join us, and you’ll be part of a forward-thinking business where people are free to grow. In a workplace where respect, team spirit, customer focus, and commitment to the environment are real values – not just words on a page. As part of our dedicated team, you’ll play an important part in the essential work we are doing to build a sustainable future.

At Suez, we believe in investing in our people. You’ll have access to continuous learning and development opportunities, empowering you to reach your full potential. Our inclusive culture ensures that everyone’s voice is heard and valued, fostering innovation and collaboration.

We offer competitive benefits, including flexible working arrangements, comprehensive health and wellness programs, and opportunities for career advancement. By joining Suez, you’ll be contributing to a mission-critical role that makes a real difference in the world.

If you’re ready to take on this challenge and be part of a team that’s dedicated to making a positive impact, apply to Suez today. Together, we can build a sustainable future.

Job Description JD_Service_Delivery_Supervisor.pdf

Closing Date 11/07/2025

Once we have sufficient applicants we withhold the right to close job vacancies early.