Transport Coordinator - nights

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Redditch; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a reliable Transport Co-ordinator to handle shipment tracking and communication within a busy night operations team. The ideal candidate will have strong coordination skills, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude. Experience in the transport or logistics sector is preferred. Initial training will be provided during the day shift for several weeks, with pro-rata salary during this period.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport or logistics is desirable.
• Ability to work nights effectively in a small team or independently.

Responsibilities

• Track shipments and provide real-time updates to customers.
• Liaise with carriers and subcontractors.
• Plan vehicle movements and coordinate with warehouse teams.
• Ensure job files are completed and documents filed correctly.
• Escalate any time-sensitive issues quickly.

Skills

Strong coordination skills

Calm under pressure

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Proactive attitude

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and detail-focused Transport Co-ordinator to join a busy night operations team. Based on-site at a busy logistics hub, you’ll take control of tracking shipments, liaising with carriers and customers, and ensuring goods move smoothly from A to B.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong coordination skills, a calm approach under pressure, and ideally some experience in the transport or logistics sector.

Enter and update transport jobs accurately on the system
Monitor shipments and provide real-time updates to customers
Liaise with carriers and subcontractors, including rate negotiation when needed
Plan vehicle movements and coordinate with warehouse teams
Ensure job files are completed and documents filed correctly
Escalate any time-sensitive issues quickly and effectively
Communicate with internal departments such as Operations, Accounts, and Warehouse

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and time management
Ability to stay calm and make decisions under pressure
A positive, proactive attitude and professional approach
Ideally, experience in UK, EU, or international transport/logistics
Comfortable working nights with a small team or independently

Initial training will be completed on day shifts (40 hours/week) for 6–8 weeks
Salary will be pro-rata during training