Transport Coordinator

Gist Limited; Ospringe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% M&S discount

25 days' annual leave

Pension scheme

Job summary

Gist Limited is seeking a Transport Coordinator to join the Faversham night shift. You will coordinate the night transport operation, dispatch drivers, and ensure deliveries run safely and on schedule.

Reporting to the Transport Shift Manager, you will lead on-shift activity, manage driver allocations, and maintain compliance while ensuring payroll and transport documentation are accurately completed.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a transport, logistics or distribution operation.
• Previous experience in a Transport Coordinator, Transport Administrator, Transport Planner or similar role.
• Confidence to communicate with drivers, allocate work and make operational decisions.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience, including supporting driver performance or return-to-work conversations.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and Kronos.
• Knowledge of transport compliance and Operator Licence requirements would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the night transport operation to dispatch vehicles and drivers safely and on time.
• Act as the first point of contact for drivers, providing support and resolving issues.
• Brief and debrief drivers with accurate operational information.
• Monitor live routes and respond to delays to support service recovery.
• Support the Shift Manager with day-to-day transport operations.

Tools

Kronos

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Gist, we're proud to be part of the M&S Group, the logistics engine behind M&S Food.

From our distribution centres to our transport operations and support functions, we connect people, technology and expertise to ensure the right products reach the right stores at the right time.

As we continue to invest in our people, technology and network, there's never been a more exciting time to join Gist and help shape the future of food logistics.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Transport Coordinator to join our Faversham Transport team on a permanent night shift.

This is far more than a transport administration role. You'll be at the heart of the night operation, coordinating drivers, managing live transport activity and ensuring deliveries run safely, efficiently and on schedule.

Working alongside the Transport Shift Manager, you'll play an important leadership role on shift, supporting drivers, making operational decisions and keeping the transport office running smoothly throughout the night.

Role Details

Salary: £36,015.84 (including night premium)

Working Pattern: Nights - 4 on 4 off

Working Hours: 6:00pm - 6:00am

Location: Faversham, ME13 7TW

What You'll Be Doing

Your key accountabilities will include:

• Coordinating the night transport operation to ensure vehicles and drivers are dispatched safely, efficiently and on time.
• Acting as the first point of contact for drivers, providing support, resolving issues and escalating where appropriate.
• Briefing and debriefing drivers, ensuring all relevant operational information is communicated accurately.
• Monitoring live routes throughout the shift, responding to delays and supporting service recovery where required.
• Supporting the Shift Manager with the day-to-day running of the transport operation.
• Managing driver allocation and helping ensure resources are used effectively throughout the shift.
• Supporting return-to-work conversations and day-to-day driver supervision.
• Maintaining legal compliance, including Operator Licence requirements and transport documentation.
• Completing payroll administration, Kronos exceptions, holiday administration and other transport office tasks accurately and on time.
• Working closely with colleagues across Transport, Warehouse and Planning to ensure a seamless operation.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced transport environment and can confidently balance operational coordination with supporting people.

Your Skills And Experience Will Include

• Experience working within a transport, logistics or distribution operation.
• Previous experience in a Transport Coordinator, Transport Administrator, Transport Planner or similar role.
• The confidence to communicate with drivers, allocate work and make operational decisions.
• Ideally some supervisory or team leadership experience, including supporting driver performance or conducting return-to-work conversations.
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks in a busy environment.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and experience using transport or workforce management systems such as Kronos.
• Knowledge of transport compliance and Operator Licence requirements would be advantageous.

What’s in it for you?

As Well As a Competitive Salary, You'll Benefit From

• 20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion and food
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service)
• Discounted rates on healthcare cash plan
• Attractive annual bonus scheme, based on M&S performance and personal objectives
• Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and life assurance (up to 4 times salary)
• Amazing perks and discounts via our App to major restaurants and retailers
• Access to a wide range of wellbeing support - including our Employee Assistance Programme
• A first-class welcome with a tailored induction and a wide range of training schemes to help with your learning and development
• Cycle to work scheme

Why Gist?

Our commitment to inclusion

At Gist, we believe our differences make us stronger.

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know. We'll work with you to ensure you have the support you need.