Transport Coordinator

Pertemps Crawley Perms; Harlow; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company in Harlow is seeking a Transport Manager to oversee a team of 10 drivers. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with driver regulations, managing training records, and coordinating vehicle maintenance. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in transport roles, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to safety. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £41,000 and attractive benefits including 25 days of holiday.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Career development opportunities

CPC training support

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar Transport role is required.
• Strong communication and listening skills to build positive relationships.
• High level of safety awareness and proactive customer service.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of a team of 10 drivers.
• Ensure compliance with Working Time Directive and Drivers' Hours rules.
• Coordinate vehicle maintenance and MOT schedules.

Skills

Transport management experience

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

CDU

FTA Gateway

Webfleet/TomTom

Job description

Are you looking to take the next step in your transport career? This role offers excellent career development, long-term progression opportunities, and support towards CPC training. You'll be joining a globally recognised company at their Harlow depot, taking responsibility for a team of 10 drivers and ensuring operations run smoothly day-to-day.

What you'll be doing:

• Reviewing, maintaining, and updating training records to ensure staff attend required sessions
• Carrying out thorough driver trip debriefs and escalating underperformance to the Transport Manager
• Managing driver hours to ensure compliance with the Working Time Directive and Drivers' Hours rules
• Maintaining driver hour records and tachographs using CDU and FTA Gateway, including uploading vehicles/drivers and sending reports for analysis
• Coordinating vehicle maintenance and MOT schedules, arranging replacements where needed to minimise downtime
• Carrying out driving licence, ADR certificate, and CPC card checks at appropriate intervals
• Maintaining accurate driving licence records and updating WvS data onto NTD
• Reviewing Webfleet/TomTom (or equivalent), addressing exceptions, and debriefing drivers where required

What makes you great:

• Previous experience in a similar Transport role
• Strong communication and listening skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships
• High level of safety awareness and a proactive approach to customer service and continuous improvement
• Flexible and adaptable, able to work independently and as part of a team
• High levels of personal integrity and professionalism
• Proficient in Microsoft Office & knowledge of transport systems would be an advantage

The Package:

• Monday to Friday, 10am - 6pm
• £41,000pa
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established global business that truly invests in its people. If you're passionate about transport operations, enjoy working with teams, and are ready for the next challenge in your career, we'd love to hear from you