Transport Operator & Route Planner - Evening Shift

Yusen Logistics; Northampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Free eye test

Cycle to Work

Employee referrals

Job summary

Yusen Logistics is seeking a Transport Operator for our Panatonni site in Northampton (NN7 4DE). You will help ensure smooth transportation of orders by coordinating deliveries and collections, and by communicating with drivers and the Transport Supervisor.

This permanent, full-time role involves coordinating deliveries, maintaining safety standards, and supporting KPI monitoring and audits. Strong route planning and excellent customer service skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Transport Operator role.
• Route planning experience.
• Understanding of transport procedures including WTD and EU Driver regulations.
• Understanding of fleet management, including maintenance and servicing.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate deliveries and collections from the Grange Park site.
• Liaise with drivers to ensure requests are fulfilled.
• Conduct driver pre-briefs and debriefs; record abnormalities and update paperwork.
• Ensure adherence to health & safety and transport procedures; support audits and KPI monitoring.

Skills

Route planning

Transport procedures

Customer service

Communication

Fleet management

Job description

Yusen Logistics is seeking a Transport Operator for our Panatonni site in Northampton (NN7 4DE). You will help ensure smooth transportation of orders by coordinating deliveries and collections, and by communicating with drivers and the Transport Supervisor.

This permanent, full-time role involves coordinating deliveries, maintaining safety standards, and supporting KPI monitoring and audits. Strong route planning and excellent customer service skills are essential.