Night Shift Transport Operator

• Plan and execute collection and delivery schedules via the most cost efficient and cost-effective means, in line with the business objectives, customer service levels and current legislative requirements
• Full utilisation of IT systems and vehicles to ensure accurate and appropriate allocation of driver/vehicle/loads/back loads and trailers and communicate plans to external and internal customers
• Ensure sufficient staffing levels are in place at all times, including agency staff, to meet/exceed customer requirements
• Manage driver hours by authorising driver timesheets on a weekly basis and auditing and updating hours against the relevant systems to guarantee they are compliant to all regulations
• Communicate effectively to all internal and external customers, to include but not limited to
• load sheets for the warehouse, handovers to relevant individual / department, workshop for vehicle and trailer maintenance and servicing and key stakeholders for operational delays
• Work as part of a team and participate in cross training initiatives to provide effective cover in a colleague's absence
• Identify, communicate and drive any continuous improvements to continually develop the operation of the business
• Operate a high standard of general housekeeping and work in a safe manner complying with all health and safety regulations
• Maintain clear communication with other colleagues and Drivers to ensure customer KPI's and targets are achieved and maintained, to include Driver debriefs, manifest review and updates to any amendment / notes

• Working knowledge of the Highway Code, EU tachograph requirements, Working Time Regulations, Road Transport Regulations
• Working knowledge of transport operation systems
• Geography
• Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
• Logistics qualification would be desirable
• Relevant transport experience
• Experience analysing and solving logistic problems
• Experience of transport operation systems
• Ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Company values (Safe, Talented, Attentive, Reliable)

Logistics qualification would be desirable

• Life assurance
• Pension
• Full Uniform and PPE
• Onsite Parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Loyalty Awards (recognises employees with 5, 10, 20, 30 and 40 years' service)
• Employee benefits and discounts across a range of top brands (including shopping, travel, motoring and days out)