Transport Coordinator

ATL Transport; Foston; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Transport Coordinator to oversee day transport operations. This role involves route planning, driver and vehicle management, and compliance oversight. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years' experience in transport coordination and be proficient in relevant software. Benefits include private medical insurance and a health & wellbeing programme.

Benefits

Bereavement leave

Health & wellbeing programme

Life insurance

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in transport/logistics coordination.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in TMS, GPS tracking, and MS Office.
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Optimize delivery routes and schedules.
• Assign routes, manage schedules, and monitor performance.
• Act as the primary contact for drivers, clients, and internal teams.
• Ensure adherence to transport regulations and safety standards.
• Schedule servicing, PMIs, and MOTs with VMU.
• Maintain delivery records, prepare transport documents, and generate operational reports.
• Support and manage transport staff, conduct performance reviews, and facilitate training.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Proficiency in TMS

GPS tracking

MS Office

Job description

Overview

The Transport Coordinator oversees day transport operations, ensuring efficient and timely delivery of goods. Responsibilities include route planning, driver and vehicle management, compliance oversight, and stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to logistics.

Salary: £34 000 -£35,000.00 per year

Shift Pattern: 4 On / 4 Off (Days) | 06:00 am - 18:00 pm

Key Responsibilities

• Route Planning: Optimize delivery routes and schedules.
• Driver Management: Assign routes, manage schedules, and monitor performance.
• Communication: Act as the primary contact for drivers, clients, and internal teams.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to transport regulations and safety standards.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Schedule servicing, PMIs, and MOTs with VMU.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain delivery records, prepare transport documents, and generate operational reports.
• Team Supervision: Support and manage transport staff, conduct performance reviews, and facilitate training.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 2 years' experience in transport/logistics coordination.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in TMS, GPS tracking, and MS Office.
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and safety standards.

Desirable Qualifications

• HGV license and advanced software skills.

Benefits

• Bereavement leave
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance