Transport Operator - 4on 4off, Nights
Location: Magor
At Gregory Distribution, we are currently seeking a Transport Operator for our customer site in Magor. This position will be working within the transport team and will involve all aspects of the transport administration processes and coordination of the day-to-day running of this busy contract.
The position involves:
* Assist the Transport Manager to manage and motivate the transport team to ensure that staff and assets are used effectively to attain maximum performance in terms of commercial contract efficiency, profit and client service levels.
* Provide leadership of day to day transport issues, including dispatch debrief and work in progress.
* Work closely with our customer to ensure the smooth running of the operation as a whole.
* Manage and de-brief drivers.
* Maximise the use of resources within the operation by utilising assets to the full and planning ahead.
* Provide regular reports to the Transport Manager on customer-related and other relevant matters, making recommendations where relevant.
* Monitor and audit Health and Safety.
* Answer all queries via email, phone and face to face.
* Assist in the production of KPI's and daily statistics.
* Assist with compliance planning in line with company procedure.
* Provide direct assistance and support for breakdowns.
* Promote and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and offer support and assistance in your role as a team member.
Essential Skills required:
* Experience of working in a similar role is preferred.
* Ability to communicate at all levels.
* Strong geographical knowledge of the UK.
* Excellent organisational skills and prioritising workload.
* Attention to detail.
* Ability to work to deadlines.
* Solution-driven and flexible approach to work.
* Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
* Proficiency in MS packages including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Why Gregory Distribution?
* Salary between £30,000.00pa and £32,000.00pa, depending on experience.
* Working hours: 18:00hrs to 06:00hrs, based on 4on 4off rota.
* Additional holiday purchasing scheme*
* Retail discounts with Hapi*
* Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*
* Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
* Excellent holiday allowance and company benefits.
* Life assurance, pension and sickness scheme*
* Christmas Savings Club*
* Black Circle Tyre discount*
* Leading industry qualifications*
* This vacancy is not entitled to the employee referral scheme.
* Free Uniform.
* Strong culture of teamwork.
If you have the drive to be the best and want to be a part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now for this vacancy.
Please submit your application as soon as possible; due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.
The Gregory Group requires all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at the interview stage.
Interested applicants for the Transport Operator position should click the apply button below. For any queries regarding the vacancy, please contact our Recruitment Team. Please note that our Recruitment Team works Monday to Friday 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs, and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
External Website Applications: You will be redirected to the Gregory Distribution Website where you can apply for this vacancy. You will be asked to complete a short application form and will receive email confirmation when it has been submitted.
Note to recruitment agencies: We prefer to recruit direct, but we do have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch if we need you.
*Subject to terms and conditions
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