Transport Operator (Night shift)

xpo; Bristol; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm is seeking a Transport Operator for its night shift in Bristol. This full-time role involves coordinating drivers, managing operations, and ensuring efficient transport. Candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills with 1-2 years of relevant experience. The position offers a salary of up to £29,000 per annum, along with various benefits including annual leave and discounts.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to high street discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Workplace pension

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience working within a transport office or office environment.
• Strong communication and administration skills.
• Great organizational skills and strong influencing ability.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating drivers: Booking in and dispatching 40+ drivers and subcontractors.
• Managing vehicle flow and ensuring timely loading.
• Handling ETAs, delivery updates, and issue resolution.
• Processing debriefs, PODs, and maintaining accurate records.
• Assisting with transport scheduling, maintenance, and KPI reporting.
• Building strong links with third-party hauliers and internal teams.
• Ensuring on-time deliveries and compliance with policies.
• Supporting a 3-shift operation with adaptability.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Administration skills

Influencing skills

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Transport Operator (Night shift), Bristol

Client:

xpo

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

31.07.2025

Expiry Date:

14.09.2025

Job Description:

Logistics done differently.

Are you a skilled traffic operator ready for your next big move? Want to be part of a high-energy, high-impact team working on a major logistics operation? If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same—and where your work truly matters—this could be the perfect fit.

We’re on the lookout for a Transport Shift Operator to join our team on the ETEX contract. This is a full-time, permanent role working the night shift, Monday to Thursday, 22:00 – 06:00, Friday 18:00 – 02:00.

You’ll be at the heart of ensuring our transport operations run smoothly, safely, and efficiently.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £29,000 per annum. As well as this, you’ll receive 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), access to a variety of high street discounts, cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension, and many other perks. There is also an opportunity to learn and progress through the transport operation.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

As a Transport Operator at our ETEX Portbury site, you’ll report to the Transport Shift Manager and play a key role in keeping our night operations running smoothly. Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating drivers: Booking in and dispatching 40+ drivers and subcontractors.
• Gatehouse operations: Managing vehicle flow and ensuring timely loading.
• Customer communication: Handling ETAs, delivery updates, and issue resolution.
• Admin & compliance: Processing debriefs, PODs, and maintaining accurate records.
• Planning support: Assisting with transport scheduling, maintenance, and KPI reporting.
• Haulier relations: Building strong links with third-party hauliers and internal teams.
• Service excellence: Ensuring on-time deliveries and full compliance with policies.
• Flexibility: Supporting a 3-shift operation—adaptability is essential.

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• Essential: 1-2 years’ experience working within a transport office or office environment.
• Essential: Strong communication and administration skills, able to handle different personality types.
• Essential: Great organisational skills, management capability, and strong influencing skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, including Word and Excel, would be an advantage but training will be provided.