Transport Coordinator

Panda Ireland; Trim; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time, permanent position

Induction and training plan

Career progression opportunities

Leading nationwide company

Job summary

Panda Ireland is seeking an experienced Transport Coordinator to manage nationwide food-surplus collection operations. You will plan scheduled collections, deliveries and routes, maintain transport records, and support reporting and communications with drivers and customers.

This busy role requires excellent organization and problem-solving under pressure. Join a leading waste-management company with a focus on efficiency, accuracy, and teamwork across Ireland.

Qualifications

• At least three years’ experience in transport coordination or planning.
• Working knowledge of transport regulations.
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good computer literacy with transport or planning software.
• Positive, flexible and team-focused approach.
• Ability to use your initiative and work effectively under pressure.
• A qualification in logistics/transport management is advantageous.
• A Transport Manager CPC would be beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate transport routes across specific customer groups or areas.
• Ensure scheduled and manifested collections are completed within timeframes.
• Communicate clearly with drivers, customers and internal teams.
• Respond to operational changes and resolve collection or delivery issues.
• Maintain accurate customer records and transport documentation.
• Produce monthly transport reports for Accounts.
• Deliver a high standard of customer service.
• Identify opportunities to improve routes, processes and fleet efficiency.
• Support the Transport Manager with development of transport operations.

Skills

Transport coordination

Planning

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Logistics/Transport management qualification

Transport Manager CPC (advantageous)

Tools

Transport software

Planning software

Job description

Contract

Full-time, permanent

Working pattern

Typically Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend or bank holiday cover

Location

On-site

About The Role

Food Surplus Management is seeking an experienced Transport Coordinator to help manage our nationwide food-surplus collection operation. Working closely with the Transport Manager, the Transport Coordinator will plan scheduled collections, deliveries and transport routes, ensuring customers receive a reliable and efficient service. You will also maintain transport records, support operational reporting and communicate regularly with drivers, customers and colleagues across the business. This is a busy role requiring strong organisation, clear communication and the ability to solve problems quickly.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Plan and coordinate transport routes across specific customer groups or geographical areas
• Ensure scheduled and manifested collections are completed within agreed timeframes
• Communicate clearly with drivers, customers and internal departments
• Respond to operational changes and resolve collection or delivery issues
• Maintain accurate customer records and transport documentation
• Produce monthly transport reports for the Accounts team
• Deliver a high standard of customer service
• Identify opportunities to improve routes, processes and fleet efficiency
• Support the Transport Manager with the continued development of transport operations

What We’re Looking For

• At least three years’ experience in a transport coordination or planning role
• A working knowledge of relevant transport regulations
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good computer literacy and confidence using transport or planning software
• A positive, flexible and team-focused approach
• The ability to use your initiative and work effectively under pressure
• A qualification in logistics, transport management or a related discipline would be advantageous
• A Transport Manager CPC would be beneficial but is not essential

What We Offer

• A full-time, permanent position
• Salary commensurate with experience
• A structured induction and training plan
• Career progression opportunities for the right candidate
• The opportunity to join Ireland's leading nationwide food-surplus collection company

FSM recovers 100% of the food surplus it collects for use within the biogas industry and was one of the first companies in Ireland to introduce CNG vehicles into its fleet.

About You

We are Panda. We value waste. We're in the business of waste management but that doesn't just mean collecting bins. Behind every collection is a passionate team of people finding smarter, safer, and more sustainable ways to recycle and repurpose materials that would otherwise go to waste. Over the past 30 years, Panda has grown into a leading resource recovery business, bringing together almost 3,000 people across multiple brands, united by a shared vision and strong values. While our operations are diverse, our purpose is clear: to protect our people, support our customers, and create positive impact for the communities and environments we serve.

At Panda, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work as one team, combining different skills, experiences, and perspectives to achieve shared goals. We care for each other's wellbeing, encourage development, and support growth because we know we're stronger together.

We expect excellence in how we operate. High standards, bold thinking, and continuous improvement drive our passion for innovation. We challenge the ordinary, put safety first, and embrace new ideas while delivering practical, cost-effective solutions that move our business forward.

We own what we do. From day-to-day tasks to major projects, we take pride in our work and responsibility for the outcome. We don't walk past problems we address them together. Our expertise, reliability, and care reflect who we are and the difference we make.

And above all, we act with trust and integrity. Trust is built through open communication, honesty, and accountability. It allows us to move quickly, make confident decisions, and deliver results — knowing our people are empowered to do the right thing.

Our journey depends on talented, committed people who want to make an impact.

Take the first step and join us on the journey.

Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve.

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