Transport Controller (Roro)

Enva; Linwood; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Competitive holiday allowance

Company pension scheme

Enhanced family friendly policies

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Lifestyle & leisure discounts

Employee life insurance

Bike2Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Job summary

Enva Recycling Scotland is seeking a Transport Controller based in Linwood to join the Transport team on a permanent full-time basis. You will oversee all depot vehicle operations, plan resources efficiently, and drive KPI performance.

The role requires handling route planning, regulatory compliance, and maintenance cost control. Join a dynamic team committed to protecting the planet while delivering reliable logistics.

Qualifications

• Geographic knowledge of the local region.
• Strong IT skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Hold a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Monitor operational costs (Maintenance/Fuel/Hire) and present data weekly/monthly.
• Plan and communicate detailed route plans.
• Enforce working time regulations and address non-conformance.
• Manage tachograph compliance.
• Oversee driver absences and holidays.
• Maintain personnel files including licences and training records.
• Monitor vehicle maintenance costs and records.
• Ensure driver and depot staff training and inductions are completed.
• Coordinate vehicle and trailer maintenance incl. MOTs and weekly checks.
• Handle accidents and incidents following company processes.
• Complete depot daily checks and log in central system.
• Produce weekly KPI reports and address performance issues.

Skills

Geographic knowledge of local region

Strong IT skills

Experience in a fast-paced environment

Full driving licence

Job description

Transport Controller (Roro)

Application Deadline: 30 October 2026

Department: Transport

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Linwood

Description

Enva Recycling Scotland is seeking a Transport Controller to join our Transport team in Linwood on a full-time basis. In this role, you will be responsible for all vehicle operations at the depot ensuring efficient planning of resources and vehicles to deliver KPI performance

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor operational costs (Maintenance/Fuel/Hire) and present data on a weekly and monthly basis
• Plan and communicate detailed route plans
• Enforce working time regulations, addressing all non-conformance
• Manage all elements of tachograph compliance
• Oversee the management of absences and holidays for all drivers
• Ensure that all personnel files are up to date incorporating licence validation, personal details, completed training etc.
• Monitor vehicle maintenance records and oversee vehicle maintenance costs
• Ensure that all training needs are met for drivers and depot staff including inductions, re-training and annual appraisals
• Co-coordinate the vehicle and trailer maintenance programme, including servicing, MOTs, Vehicles Off Road, weekly cab checks and maintaining all records
• Manage the company process following accidents and incidents including the completion of relevant systems
• Ensure all depot daily checks are completed and recorded on the central system including lorries and trailers
• Complete weekly KPI reports and following up on poor performance

This is not an exhaustive list. You may also be required to carry out any other duties as required by the business that you are qualified/trained in that meet the requirements of this role.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Have good geographic knowledge of local region
• Have strong IT skills
• Experience working in a fast paced environment
• Hold a full driving licence

Why Work For Enva?

Enva is committed to providing more than just jobs, we want to grow our business by offering career paths that match the aspirations of the talent that is increasingly aware of the need to protect the planet we all share. For the right candidates, the possibilities are truly endless and we will offer all the support, training and benefits you need to help you realise your true potential. Examples of Company Benefits:

• A competitive salary in a growing company committed to our people.
• Competitive holiday allowance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Lifestyle & leisure discounts (gym, cinema, shopping, and more).
• Employee life insurance.
• Bike2Work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme.