Transport & Dispatch Operative

Venatu Consulting Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing plant hire business near Aylesbury is looking for a Transport & Dispatch Operative. You will coordinate daily dispatch of machinery, manage customer communications, and ensure safe operations. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational skills and previous experience in transport coordination. The role offers a competitive salary of £35,000–£40,000, Monday to Friday work hours, and additional benefits including 32 days annual leave and a pension plan.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Pension (4%/4%)

Optional healthcare plan

Use of on-site sports facilities

Qualifications

• Previous experience within plant hire operations, transport coordination, or hire desk environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Good understanding of safe loading, vehicle checks, and operational processes.
• Full, clean UK driving licence; FLT or similar licence advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily dispatch and return of plant hire machinery.
• Manage multiple requests, ensuring all movements are completed safely and on schedule.
• Liaise with customers and drivers to confirm delivery and collection details.
• Oversee safe loading and unloading of equipment.
• Maintain accurate records using hire management systems.
• Support the Transport Manager to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Customer-focused approach

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking ability

Job description

Overview

Transport & Dispatch Operative - Plant Hire Industry

Aylesbury • Full-time, On-site • £35,000-£40,000 + Benefits

Are you an organised and customer-focused professional with experience in the plant hire or logistics industry? We're looking for a Transport & Dispatch Operative to join a well-established and growing plant hire business near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire.

This hands-on Transport & Dispatch Operative position is all about coordination, communication, and keeping operations running smoothly. You\'ll be managing multiple requests at once, ensuring machinery and equipment are dispatched safely, returned efficiently, and customers and drivers are kept informed every step of the way.

The ideal Transport & Dispatch Operative will have a calm, methodical approach, great attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise in a fast-moving environment. You\'ll be confident working closely with drivers, site teams, and customers to ensure every delivery and collection is handled safely and professionally.

While day-to-day transport planning is minimal, previous experience in scheduling or logistics coordination, particularly within plant hire or HGV operations, would be a distinct advantage.

The Role

• Coordinate daily dispatch and return of plant hire machinery.
• Manage multiple requests at once, ensuring all movements are completed safely and on schedule.
• Liaise with customers and drivers to confirm delivery and collection details.
• Oversee the safe loading and unloading of equipment in line with company and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate records using hire management systems.
• Support the Transport Manager and team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Uphold high standards of safety, service, and professionalism always.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within plant hire operations, transport coordination, or a hire desk environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and a confident, customer-focused approach.
• A good understanding of safe loading, vehicle checks, and operational processes.
• IT-literate and comfortable updating systems and documentation accurately.
• Full, clean UK driving licence (FLT or similar licence advantageous).
• Some knowledge of transport planning or route scheduling would be beneficial but not essential.

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm
• 32 days annual leave
• Pension (4%/4%)
• Optional healthcare plan
• Use of On-site sports facilities
• Excellent opportunity to grow within a respected and expanding plant hire business