Job Description
Transport Operator
Twynholm
As a result of continued growth, Hayton Coulthard Transport (HCT) have a vacancy for a Transport Operator to be based at our Twynholm site. This position involves complete planning and scheduling within the General Fleet operation and ensuring that the customers' requirements are met.
The position of Transport Operator 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.
* Ensure deliveries and collections are completed as per customer requirements whilst also monitoring KPI for delivery on time, shift revenue and vehicle utilisation.
* Managing and de-briefing drivers on a daily/weekly basis.
* Managing drivers' holidays and expenses via People System.
* Ensure vehicle checks and defects are completed and recorded via Vehicle Check App.
* Ensure units/trailers are presented for inspection as per published schedule.
* Communicating collection times and delivery bookings with customers.
* Work with the Fleet Team to ensure defects are rectified in a timely manner.
* Meet daily revenue targets per shift and per vehicle.
* Meet on a regular basis with Line Managers to ensure that we are operating efficiently.
* Identifying and developing additional areas where we can add value to existing contracts.
* Ensure that all contracted work is covered in line with customer expectations.
* Adherence to policies and procedures within the Business Area.
Essential skills required for Transport Operator:
* Previous experience of working within a similar role in the logistics industry.
* Previous experience of using Manpack TMS system is advantageous.
* Have a good understanding of legal compliance, driver's hours and WTD's.
* Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
* Excellent organisational skills and prioritising workload.
* Attention to detail.
* Working to deadlines.
* Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
* MS packages to include, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Why Hayton Coulthard Transport Ltd?
* Salary for Transport Operator is between £31,000pa - £33,000pa, depending on experience. PLUS SATURDAY PAID AT AN OVERTIME RATE.
* Hours of work are Monday to Friday from 08:00hrs - 18:00hrs, plus 1 in 5 Saturday morning rota from 07:00hrs - 12:00hrs.
* 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.
So 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, and we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.
The Gregory Group require 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 interview stage.
Interested applicants for Transport Operator should click the apply button below. For any queries in relation to the vacancy please contact our Recruitment Team on. Please take into account that our Recruitment Team work Monday to Friday 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs, so 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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