Transport Operator

XPO; Rochester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Rochester is seeking a Transport Operator to coordinate transport operations and support the team effectively. The role requires knowledge and experience in a transport office, routing, and strong communication skills. Employees benefit from a salary of up to £26,832 per annum, 25 days holiday, and various perks. Flexible attitude and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are essential for success.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Workplace pension

High street discounts

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge and experience working in a transport office.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook is required.
• Experience in routing drivers and warehousing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transport operations and route planning.
• Manage admin for Night Network, Specialist, and contract operations.
• Ensure driver compliance and investigate incidents.

Skills

Knowledge & experience of working in a transport office

Experience in routing drivers

Confident communicator

Flexible attitude and willingness to learn

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook

Knowledge of trunking and cross-docking

Job description

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We’re on the lookout for a talented Transport Operator to join our team and help us deliver excellence every single night.

Join XPO at our Rochester site, where the team is friendly, supportive, and gets the job done with a smile. We rely on each other, work well together, and offer real opportunities for training and progression.

You’ll work Monday to Friday, 21:00–06:00, giving you your weekends free and a consistent night schedule.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £26,832 per annum plus a 25% shift allowance. We offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days. You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts, cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Coordinate transport operations and route planning
• Manage admin for Night Network, Specialist, and contract operations
• Scan freight in/out of the warehouse
• Support cost-effective use of vehicles and subcontractors
• Ensure driver compliance and investigate incidents
• Progress into planning the General operation

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• Knowledge & experience of working in a transport office.
• Experience in routing drivers, warehousing, and administrative tasks.
• Confident communicator, especially by phone
• Flexible attitude and willingness to learn
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Knowledge of trunking and cross-docking is highly desirable.