TRAFFIC OPERATOR
FELIXSTOWE OR LONDON GATEWAY - OUR CLIENT HAS TWO DEPOTS NEEDED TRAFFIC OPERATORS
Role and Responsibilities - A Traffic/Transport Operator plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient movement of goods and people by managing and coordinating transportation operations. Key responsibilities include: Route planning, scheduling, communication, monitoring, regulatory compliance, problem solving, documentation, customer service, cost management.
Day 1, Checking, routing, maintaining & problem solving (see operator checklist/timeline)
Dispatch trucks in both day 1 and then to follow onto day 2
Liaising with the port expeditors/supervisors ensuring jobs are being dispatched correctly.
Assist with day 2 planning when required (setting up daymen / homework floats etc)
Noting up drivers – including arranging parking and night out procedure
CS assistance - liaising with CS team regarding day-to-day issues.
Work with port supervisors regarding driver/truck allocations
Liaising with HR regarding driver issues
Liaising with Fleet regarding services – trucks and trailers
General screen maintenance and closedown for the week.
Requirements:
Knowledge of transportation regulations and safety standards.
Knowledge on VBS systems for ports, TOPS experience, Destin8 knowledge etc.
Must have previous container experience
Proficiency with Microsoft 365.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Flexibility in work hours, as some positions may require shift work or on-call availability.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, often high-pressure environment.
Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
WORKING HOURS - 08:00AM TO 18:00PM
This role comes with job perks that will be discussed in the interview.
APPLY NOW OR CALL 01603 299229 FOR MORE INFORMATION