Transport Operator

Langdons; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual pay review

Sick pay

Long Service Bonus

Free inhouse job specific training and

Opportunities for apprenticeships

Free onsite parking

Free eye tests up to £25

Free tea/coffee/milk

Office/Warehouse to wheels scheme

Relaxed working environment

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff Discount Scheme

Job summary

Langdons in Bridgwater is seeking a Transport Operator to develop and implement plans for routing company drivers and vehicles, ensuring cost-effective resource deployment. This full-time, permanent role runs Sunday to Thursday 14:00–23:30, offering a competitive £32,526.00 salary and comprehensive benefits.

You will build loads, plan routes, handle paperwork, and work closely with workshop colleagues to meet service schedules while upholding regulatory and safety standards. Training available.

Qualifications

• Qualified Level 3 Supply Chain Operator or equivalent.
• Experience in a team-based office environment.
• Ability to compile, analyse and interpret relevant data.
• Extensive knowledge and application of transport regulations and health & safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Build loads and plan routes efficiently and effectively.
• Regularly review and update plans and communicate with all relevant colleagues.
• Quote prices for movement of loads upon request.
• Ensure all company systems are updated accurately and on a timely basis and relevant paperwork is in place.
• Work closely with workshop colleagues to ensure resource requirements and service schedules are met.

Skills

Initiative

Organised

Deadline-driven

Team player

Education

Level 3 Supply Chain Operator

Job description

Do you want to join a vibrant and thriving team and given endless opportunities to develop your skills?

Do you want to establish a successful career with a market leader in the import and export sector?

If so, our Transport Operator role is the job for you!

Here at Langdons, we have an amazing opportunity for a Transport Operator to join the team based in Bridgwater. You will be working on a full time, permanent basis, working Sunday to Thursday 14:00 to 23:30 and in return, you will receive a highly competitive salary of £32,526.00 per annum plus excellent company benefits!

The Transport Operator role:

This is a fantastic role to really get your teeth into! Your role will be to develop and implement plans for the routing of company drivers and vehicles, ensuring all relevant resources are deployed cost-effectively and efficiently.

About us:

Whether it's fresh consignments or frozen goods, we have it covered! Langdons can deliver to almost any location in the UK or Ireland within 24 hours. We have 12 depots and over 375 lorries carrying chilled and frozen food all over the country. We're the only company providing a 24-hour service of this kind, and we are very good at it.

Langdons are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, treating all applicants equitably and ensuring all recruitment is based on merit. However, we particularly welcome applications from the following groups as they are underrepresented in our industry: Women, LGBT+, and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic applicants.

What’s in it for you?

• Annual pay review
• Company sick pay
• Long Service Bonus Payments
• Free inhouse job specific training and development
• Opportunity for career relevant apprenticeships
• Free onsite parking
• Free eye tests up to £25
• Free tea/coffee/milk
• Office/Warehouse to wheels scheme
• Relaxed working environment
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Discount Scheme

What you’ll be doing as our Transport Operator:

• Build loads and plan routes efficiently and effectively
• Regularly review and update plans and communicate with all relevant colleagues
• Quote prices for movement of loads upon request
• Ensure all company systems are updated accurately and on a timely basis and relevant paperwork is in place
• Work closely with workshop colleagues to ensure resource requirements and service schedules are met
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records

What qualifications and experience are we looking for in our Transport Operator?

• Qualified to Level 3 Supply Chain Operator or equivalent
• Experience of working in a team-based office environment, preferably in a customer-facing role
• Ability to compile, analyse and interpret relevant data
• Extensive knowledge and application of transport regulations and health & safety procedures

What skills are we looking for in our Transport Operator?

• Ability to use initiative and be organised so key tasks are completed fully and on time
• Ability to work to fluid targets and deadlines

If you would like any information about any of the opportunities at STEF Langdons please contact [e-mail].