Transport Operator

La Gesta; Borough of Swale; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is looking for a Transport Operator to join their team in Teynham. The role involves managing vehicle utilisation, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting drivers. The company values inclusivity and offers various employee benefits, including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Annual Leave: 20 days plus bank holidays

Pension scheme: 4.5% employee and employer contributions

Life Assurance: 3 times your annual salary

Wellness: Employee Assistance Programme

Eye Care Vouchers

Employee of the Month/Year awards

Access to over 50 retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a distribution/transport environment.
• Ability to manage workload in a pressurised environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage vehicle utilisation and ensure drivers receive clear instructions.
• Liaise with retail department to resolve delivery issues.
• Track drivers using ISOTRAK / Microlise systems.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Initiative

Geographical Knowledge

Education

CPC National/International qualification

Job description

Fowler Welch (Part of the Culina Group) operates in the fresh produce sector providing time-critical logistics solutions for major retailers, growers, and manufacturers across the UK.

At Culina Group, we have a winning culture. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Transport Operator to join our friendly team in Teynham on a full-time permanent basis!

As a Transport Operator, you will be responsible for effectively managing vehicle utilisation and ensuring drivers are given clear and precise instructions, ensuring all service levels are met within the constraints of drivers’ hours and Health & Safety regulations.

Working Hours: Wednesday-Saturday, 7pm-7am.

Salary: £31,500 per annum.

Key Duties of a Transport Operator:

• Plan the effective utilisation of drivers, vehicles, sub-contractors, and agencies, considering all company sites.
• Ensure drivers work within a safe environment and follow driver hours regulations.
• Liaise with the retail department to optimise fleet/driver utilisation, identifying and resolving delivery issues.
• Assist in controlling equipment to meet and record customer requirements.
• Investigate accidents or driver performance issues.
• Work with compliance to ensure trucks are legal and information is downloaded promptly.
• Support drivers during callouts and breakdowns.
• Inform customers of late or delayed deliveries via appropriate contact methods (automated systems, email, phone).
• Build and match ASN’s to loads to ensure compliance.
• Complete accident, incident, and near-miss reports.
• Track drivers using ISOTRAK / Microlise systems.

Qualifications

• CPC National/International qualification desirable.
• Experience in a distribution/transport environment.
• Ability to manage workload in a pressurised environment.
• Understanding of vehicle planning within a transport environment or similar.
• Good geographical knowledge.
• Basic understanding of driver’s hours regulations and Tachograph law.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Initiative and ability to work unsupervised.

Additional Information

We are committed to making Fowler Welch a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation, dedicated to employee development and recognizing success.

Our learning and development programmes are open to all employees, offering opportunities to shape your future within logistics and foster a team-oriented environment.

Our people are our greatest asset, and we offer a range of benefits including:

• Annual Leave: 20 days plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme: 4.5% employee and 4.5% employer contributions.
• Life Assurance: 3 times your annual salary.
• Wellness: Confidential support via our Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7.
• Eye Care Vouchers: Discounts on eye tests and glasses.
• Reward & Recognition: Employee of the Month/Year, long service awards, and more.
• Everyday discounts: Access to over 50 retailer discounts.

If you meet the requirements and are seeking your next career opportunity, please apply now and become part of our #WinningTeam!