Transport Operations Specialist

Perform Recruitment; Lusk; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Perform Recruitment is seeking an experienced Transport Operations Specialist in Lusk, Co. Dublin. This full-time position offers day and night shifts and focuses on coordination within the transport function to ensure smooth operations.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience in logistics, strong organisational skills, and be adept at communication and problem-solving. A competitive salary along with various company benefits, and opportunities for development are offered in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a transport or logistics operations role is essential.
• Knowledge of Irish/EU transport regulations is an advantage.
• Background in haulage, logistics, or distribution is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support daily planning and execution of transport schedules.
• Monitor vehicle movements and manage changes and delays.
• Communicate with customers on collections, deliveries, and service issues.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Tools

Transport Management Systems

Fleet management systems

Job description

Perform Recruitment is looking for an experienced Transport Operations Specialist on behalf of a leading logistics company based in Lusk, Co. Dublin. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity with both day and night shifts available — ideal for a transport professional ready to take ownership of a busy, high-performing operation.

About the role

You will be a central coordination point across the full transport function — working alongside planners, drivers, customers, and depot teams to keep operations running smoothly, safely, and on time. This is a hands‑on, varied role with real impact from day one.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting daily planning and execution of transport schedules
• Monitoring vehicle movements and managing short‑notice changes and delays
• Assisting with route optimisation and resource utilisation
• Acting as the key point of contact for drivers during live operations
• Ensuring full compliance with drivers' hours, working time rules, and RSA regulations
• Liaising with workshop and fleet teams on vehicle availability
• Communicating with customers on collections, deliveries, and service issues
• Updating Transport Management Systems (TMS) and maintaining accurate records
• Tracking KPIs including on‑time delivery and fleet utilisation
• Supporting POD, invoicing, audits, and incident reporting

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in a transport or logistics operations role — essential
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask under pressure
• Confident communicator with solid problem‑solving ability
• Knowledge of Irish/EU transport regulations — an advantage
• Experience with TMS or fleet management systems — an advantage
• Background in haulage, logistics, or distribution — desirable
• Proactive, calm under pressure, and detail‑oriented

What's on offer

• Permanent, full‑time position with day and night shifts available
• A well‑established, growing operation with clear development opportunities
• Competitive salary and company benefits for the right candidate
• Supportive team environment with a strong safety and compliance culture

To apply, submit your CV or contact Perform Recruitment directly at [e-mail]