Transport Operator

Culina Group; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company based in Sittingbourne is seeking a Transport Operator to manage driver and vehicle utilisation, ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a CPC qualification and experience in transport or distribution. Working hours are Wednesday to Saturday, 7 PM to 7 AM, offering a salary of £32,445 with additional benefits including a pension scheme and annual leave.

Benefits

Annual Leave - 23 days inclusive of bank holidays

Pension scheme - 4.5% employer contribution

Life Assurance - x3 annual salary

Wellness programme with healthcare cash plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee recognition awards

Retailer discounts

Refer a friend incentive

Qualifications

• Experience of managing own workload in a pressurised environment.
• Sound understanding of vehicle planning in a transport environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan effective utilisation of drivers and vehicles.
• Ensure drivers work in a safe environment and follow regulations.
• Liaise with the retail department to optimise fleet utilisation.
• Conduct investigations into accidents or driver performance.

Skills

Organisational skills

Geographical knowledge

Initiative

Knowledge of driver’s hours regulations

Education

CPC National/International qualification

Experience in distribution/transport environment

Job description

Overview

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!

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

Responsibilities

• Plan the effective utilisation of drivers, vehicles, sub-contractors and agencies ensuring that all company sites are fully considered when doing so.
• Ensure that all drivers are working within a safe environment and follow driver hours regulations.
• Liaise with the retail department to optimise fleet/driver utilisation, identifying and resolving problems affecting delivery on time.
• Assist in the control of equipment, ensuring that customer requirements are met and recorded.
• Conduct investigations into accidents or issues of driver performance.
• Work with compliance to ensure trucks are legal and information is downloaded in a timely manner.
• Support drivers with callouts and breakdowns.
• Inform customers of late or delayed deliveries using the relevant contact method (automated electronic, email and telephone).
• Build and match ASN’s to loads ensuring compliance.
• Complete accident, incident and near miss paperwork.
• Track drivers using ISOTRAK / Microlise systems.

Qualifications

• CPC National/ International qualification desirable.
• Experience of working within a distribution / transport environment.
• Experience of managing own workload within a pressurised environment.
• A sound understanding of vehicle planning within a transport environment or similar.
• Sound geographical knowledge.
• Basic understanding of driver’s hours regulations/Tachograph law.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Initiative and the ability to work unsupervised.

Working Hours and Salary

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

Salary: 32,445 per annum.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Fowler Welch a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave- 23 days inclusive of bank holidays.
• Pension scheme- We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 4.5% employee and 4.5% employer.
• Life Assurance- x3 your annual salary.
• Wellness- Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Fully funded Healthcare cash plan value up to £605.
• Cycle to Work Scheme- Save up to 42% on the cost of a new bike and necessary equipment.
• Reward & Recognition- We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts- Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!
• Refer a friend- incentive scheme payment £300.

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!