Transport Operator

Planwell Recruitment Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Planwell Recruitment Ltd in Northampton is seeking a Transport Operator for the afternoon shift to join a busy transport operation. You will support drivers, coordinate with the warehouse team and help ensure smooth deliveries.

Ideal candidates have transport coordination experience, strong IT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel) and a good grasp of tachograph rules and Working Time Directive. Immediate start available and weekly pay in a well-established operation.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of transport operations, routing and planning.
• Understanding of tachograph legislation and the Working Time Directive.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with drivers and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct driver briefings and debriefings.
• Support transport routing, planning and scheduling.
• Work closely with drivers, transport team and warehouse colleagues to ensure efficient operations.
• Assist with tachograph legislation compliance and Working Time Directive.
• Make operational decisions and use own initiative, including when management is not on site.
• Manage competing priorities and respond to changing operational requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and complete administrative tasks using Microsoft Office.
• Provide flexible support for overtime and holiday cover when required.

Skills

Transport operations

Routing & planning

tachograph legislation

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Transport Operator to join our client’s team in Northampton, covering the afternoon shift. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous transport coordination or transport planning experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working as part of a team.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the day-to-day running of transport operations, supporting drivers, coordinating with the warehouse team, and ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of vehicles and deliveries.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct driver briefings and debriefings.
• Support transport routing, planning and scheduling.
• Work closely with drivers, the transport team and warehouse colleagues to ensure efficient operations.
• Assist with ensuring compliance with tachograph legislation and the Working Time Directive.
• Make operational decisions and use your own initiative, including during periods when management is not on site.
• Manage competing priorities and respond effectively to changing operational requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and complete administrative tasks using Microsoft Office applications.
• Provide flexible support for overtime and holiday cover when required.

About You

Ideally, you will have previous experience in a transport office, transport coordination or a similar logistics role.

• Good knowledge of transport operations, routing and planning.
• An understanding of tachograph legislation and the Working Time Directive.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with drivers and colleagues.
• A proactive, team-focused approach with the confidence to work independently.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• A flexible approach to working hours, including overtime and holiday cover when required.

Working Hours

13:30 – 22:00, Monday to Friday (working days to be confirmed)

• 8.5-hour shift, including a 30-minute unpaid break.
• Afternoon shift based in Northampton.

Pay Rates and Benefits

• £16.20 per hour – between 06:00 and 20:00.
• £20.11 per hour – between 20:00 and 06:00.
• £20.37 per hour – overtime after 40 hours.
• £32.40 per hour – Bank Holiday rate
• 28 days holiday
• Workplace pension contribution
• Free parking
• Weekly pay
• Online payslips
• An ongoing assignment with a well-established operation
• Immediate start available

Our client intends to relocate to the Corby area in the future, if you are able to reach both Northampton and Corby areas there are fantastic long-term opportunities and potential options of permanent positions in the future for the right candidates that excel in their roles.

Interested?

If you have transport coordination experience, enjoy working in a busy operational environment and are available to start immediately, we would love to hear from you.

Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates who meet the stated criteria will be contacted.

Planwell Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates