Transport Operator

Pertemps North Midlands; Kegworth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

Mortgage references

Holiday pay

Pension

Weekly or monthly pay

Job summary

Pertemps North Midlands is seeking a Transport Operator to join on a back shift, supporting an automotive logistics contract. The role involves coordinating EU-UK shipments, monitoring movements with TMS, and collaborating with planners and customs to keep loads profitable.

The position offers afternoon/nights shifts, weekly or monthly payroll options, and standard Pertemps support. £17.30–£18.46 per hour with wage reviews based on development plans.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast paced transport and logistics operation.
• Comfortable with Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication via email, phone and in person.

Responsibilities

• Track and coordinate shipments within EU-UK and vice versa.
• Monitor movements using TMS systems and coordinate with teams to resolve issues.
• Escalate critical operational issues and implement recovery plans.

Skills

Fast paced transport & logistics

Microsoft Excel

Strong communicator (email, phone, in‑

Job description

Transport Operator

Pertemps working in partnership with Kuehne and Nagel have an opportunity for a Transport Operator to join there team working specifically on an automotive logistics contract. This role has come about due to a new contract win so they are looking for an experienced individual to join their back shift operations.

Working Hours / Shift Pattern

• Monday to Friday
• Afternoon / Nights shift available

The successful Transport Operator / Planner

• Have previous experience in a fast paced transport and logistics operation.
• Be comfortable with Microsoft Excel
• Strong communicator on email, phone and in person
• Desire to make a positive impact on the transport team an operation

Your duties as a Transport Operator / Planner will include:

• Track and coordinate shipments from the EU to UK and visa versa
• Monitor vehicle and shipment movements using TMS systems.
• Escalate critical operational issues and and implement recovery plans.
• Work collaboratively with Transport Planners and Customs team to ensure all loads are profitable.

You will receive:

• £17.30 to £18.46 per hour
• Yearly wage reviews based on your individual development plan

Benefits of working with Pertemps

• 24/7 consultant support
• Mortgage references
• Holiday pay
• Pension
• Weekly or monthly pay - you choose