Company Description
Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) is a leading ambient transport and logistics business, providing services to many of the UK's best-known brands across core consumer and retail sectors.
At Culina, we have a winning culture; we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive. A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!
Job Description
Stobart Ports are looking for a Transport Operator to oversee, manage, and monitor the daily activities for their drivers. The main focus is to achieve set targets and ensure the environment runs smoothly and efficiently.
Working hours: 4 on 4 off nights, 12-hour shifts.
Salary: £40,000 per annum.
Key Duties Of a Transport Operator
* Control costs by managing nights out and monitoring parking locations.
* Revenue and cost targets are achieved, and truck earnings investigated.
* Daily hours checks and timesheet approval.
* Ensure costs are correct on the running sheets and investigate anything out of the ordinary.
* Ensure override dates are correct and revenue is allocated properly.
* Take responsibility for containers left on wheels in yards to ensure exports make the intended vessels and empties are returned on time to avoid detention fees.
* Ensure a pickup leg is put in for anything lifted off and moved into the relevant planning screen.
* Ensure containers are returned to quay/depot before detention is incurred and prior to vessel cut-offs; escalate to the Planner if there are any issues.
* Ensure vehicles and relevant information are put on the backload the day before the job.
* Find ways to make the job more profitable by utilizing one way, tip, and reload.
* Speak to all drivers and provide a list of weekend overtime shifts to the Planner by the end of play every Wednesday. Drivers should be given their next day details by 1700 hrs each day where possible.
* Monitor driver cover sheets each day for changes.
* Ensure drivers are trained to use specialized equipment.
* Ensure no jobs exceed legal weight requirements.
* Ensure all ATA/ATD's/ETA's and trailer numbers are in Truckcom.
* Ensure all override dates are set correctly to ensure the sub-contractor trailer report is accurate.
* Monitor ETA's and enter late advices at least 30 minutes before the booking time.
* Send demurrage warnings once the driver has been on site for 2 hours.
* Ensure all vehicles are routed and every driver is aware of their job and start time.
* Ensure all OV's and sub-contractors are logged on and using the Truckcom app.
* Follow service and MOT schedules.
* Research and understand drivers' legal working hours and update knowledge with internal training if required.
* Build positive and effective relationships with drivers on your traffic sheet(s) to ensure we have a content workforce.
Qualifications
* Previous transport experience within container logistics.
* Excellent communication skills to deliver accurate information.
* The ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure.
* Able to work as part of a team or individually.
* Good IT skills including Microsoft Office packages.
* Effectively prioritize workload to meet set deadlines.
* Day to day, you will be communicating with drivers, and people skills are essential.
* Be professional, approachable, and helpful to ensure smooth running of the general operation.
Additional Information
As part of our drive to make Stobart a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organization. We are committed to employee development and recognizing success for hardworking performers.
Our dedicated learning and development programs are open to every employee, giving you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.
Benefits
Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits including:
* Annual Leave: 20 days inclusive of bank holidays.
* Pension: Contribution of 5% employee and 3% employer.
* Wellness: Via our Employee Assistance Programme, we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counseling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
* Eye Care Vouchers: We provide substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
* Reward & Recognition: We recognize that employees have gone the extra mile via referral bonuses, special recognition, and long service awards.
* Everyday Discounts: Via our benefit platform, you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!
* Fitness: Your wellbeing is important to us, and being active is a great way to keep your body and mind healthy. We have partnered with PureGym so you can save money on a no-contract membership.
If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity, please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam! #J-18808-Ljbffr