Transport Coordinator: Route Planning & Compliance Champion

Lowe Rental Ltd; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowe Rental Ltd. is seeking a Transport Coordinator to join our team at the Uttoxeter distribution hub. Based in the UK, you will oversee transport operations, plan delivery routes, and coordinate drivers to ensure timely asset delivery.

The role reports to the Transport Manager and requires strong organizational, communication, and regulatory compliance skills in a fast-paced environment. On-call weekends are required, with opportunities to grow within a globally recognized brand.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Transport Coordinator or similar role in Transport.
• Working knowledge of Transport regulations and best practice.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Planning Manager to plan and optimize delivery routes.
• Monitor route changes and complete adjustments in a timely manner.
• Input POD/POC information from third party hauliers onto our system, and chase hauliers to provide documents.
• Ensure hauliers have a booking for loading/unloading on the Marchington booking system.
• Maintain regular communication with drivers to resolve on-the-job challenges and serve as the primary contact for route information.
• Liaise with warehouse, asset management, and project management to ensure projects run smoothly.
• Ensure compliance with Transport regulations and company policies, monitor tachographs and fleet maintenance.

Skills

Transport coordination

Transport regulations knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Lowe Rental Ltd. is seeking a Transport Coordinator to join our team at the Uttoxeter distribution hub. Based in the UK, you will oversee transport operations, plan delivery routes, and coordinate drivers to ensure timely asset delivery.

The role reports to the Transport Manager and requires strong organizational, communication, and regulatory compliance skills in a fast-paced environment. On-call weekends are required, with opportunities to grow within a globally recognized brand.