Transport Operator Nights

xPO; Andover; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

High street discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Workplace pension

Many other perks

Job summary

XPO is hiring a Night Transport Operator to join our Widnes site on a full-time, permanent basis. You will work nights, coordinating drivers, vehicles and subcontractors, and handling daily SHARP de-briefs and POD processes.

The role requires strong organisational skills, good communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure. Training is provided for transport systems and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Experience in a transport or logistics office environment preferred.
• Strong organisational skills with multitasking ability.
• Confident with transport systems and Microsoft Office.
• Good communication with drivers, subcontractors and customers.

Responsibilities

• Allocate drivers, vehicles and subcontractors to loads when the plan is issued.
• Calculate subcontractor rates and issue load details via email.
• Plan and coordinate backhauls where required.
• De-brief drivers in SHARP daily.
• De-brief subcontractor loads in SHARP after PODs are received.
• De-brief night trunk operations daily.
• Maintain and chase POD backlogs where applicable.
• Keep the POD log up to date and chase outstanding PODs.
• Deal with customer delivery queries and admin duties.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Good communication

Proactive attitude

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Paragon planning system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Transport Operator Nights

Logistics done differently.

How would you like to work for a company that can accelerate your career? Do you feel that sometimes you have more to give, but no room to progress? How does constant training and development sound?

Here at XPO, we take our people seriously. We're looking for a talented Night Transport Coordinator to join us on a full-time, permanent basis at our Widnes site. Working Monday to Friday 9pm to 6am, although some flexibility is required to cover holidays.

Pay, benefits and more:

• Salary of up to £37,500 inc shift allowance
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), with options to buy additional days
• High street discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Workplace pension
• Many other perks

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Allocate drivers, vehicles, and subcontractors to loads once the Paragon plan is issued
• Calculate subcontractor rates and issue load details via email
• Plan and coordinate backhauls where required
• De-brief drivers in SHARP on a daily basis
• De-brief subcontractor loads in SHARP once PODs are received
• De-brief night trunk operations daily
• Maintain and work through POD backlogs where applicable
• Keep the POD log up to date and chase outstanding PODs
• Check subcontractor PODs weekly and notify relevant stakeholders for PO raising
• Deal with customer delivery queries as they arise
• Carry out general office administration including filing, scanning, and document control

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• Experience in a transport, logistics, or distribution office environment (preferred but not essential)
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Confident using transport systems and Microsoft Office (training provided where needed)
• Good communication skills with drivers, subcontractors, customers, and internal teams
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn wider transport and supervisory duties
• Ability to work under pressure and meet daily deadlines

Additional Information

Be part of something big. We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. Even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description, if you feel you have the skills needed, please reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. If you require any changes or amendments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities.