Transport & Fleet Coordinator - Construction

Vortex Companies - Trenchless Infrastructure Solutions; Battle; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Modern office environment

Training & development

Career progression

Team environment

Major wastewater projects in the South

Job summary

Vortex Companies - Trenchless Infrastructure Solutions is seeking a proactive Transport Coordinator to support operations across the South of the UK. You will coordinate vehicles, plant, equipment and personnel to ensure safe, efficient, on-schedule project delivery, liaising with drivers, suppliers and site teams.

Role requires experience in transport/logistics, strong organisational skills, and proficiency with MS Office (Excel).

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a transport, logistics, fleet, planning, or coordination role.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with transport scheduling systems or fleet management software.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience within construction, utilities, drainage, or infrastructure sectors (desirable).
• Knowledge of transport compliance requirements (desirable).
• Full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily transport and logistics requirements for operational projects.
• Schedule vehicles, plant, equipment, and personnel to meet project demands.
• Monitor vehicle utilisation and support efficient resource allocation.
• Maintain transport schedules and communicate changes to operational teams.
• Liaise with drivers, suppliers, hire companies, and site teams to ensure timely deliveries and collections.
• Maintain accurate transport, vehicle, and fleet records.
• Monitor MOTs, servicing, inspections, and compliance documentation.
• Support fuel usage tracking and fleet performance reporting.
• Ensure transport activities comply with company policies and relevant legislation.
• Assist with route planning and optimisation to improve efficiency.
• Respond to operational issues and provide logistical solutions.
• Prepare transport reports and management information as required.
• Support the mobilisation and demobilisation of projects.
• Represent Vortex professionally in all transport and logistics communications.

Skills

Transport coordination

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Excel

UK driving license

Tools

Fleet management software

Job description

Vortex Companies - Trenchless Infrastructure Solutions is seeking a proactive Transport Coordinator to support operations across the South of the UK. You will coordinate vehicles, plant, equipment and personnel to ensure safe, efficient, on-schedule project delivery, liaising with drivers, suppliers and site teams.

Role requires experience in transport/logistics, strong organisational skills, and proficiency with MS Office (Excel).