Transport Operator
4on 4off, Days
The Range, Avonmouth
At Gregory Distribution, we are currently seeking a Transport Operator in our busy client site in Avonmouth. 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 of Transport Operator involves:
1. 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.
2. Provide leadership of day-to-day transport issues, including dispatch debrief and work in progress.
3. Work closely with our customer to ensure the smooth running of the operation as a whole.
4. Manage and debrief drivers.
5. Maximise the use of resources within the operation by utilising assets to the full and planning ahead.
6. Provide regular reports to the Transport Manager on customer-related and other relevant matters, making recommendations where relevant.
7. Monitor and audit Health and Safety.
8. Answer all queries via email, phone, and face to face.
9. Assist in the production of KPI's and daily statistics.
10. Assist with compliance planning in line with company procedure.
11. Provide direct assistance and support for breakdowns.
12. Promote and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and offer support and assistance in your role as a team member.
Essential skills required for Transport Operator:
1. Previous experience working in a transport environment to include knowledge of working time directive and EU driver's hours.
2. Ability to communicate at all levels.
3. Strong geographical knowledge of the UK.
4. Excellent organisational skills and prioritising workload.
5. Attention to detail is critical and working to deadlines daily.
6. Able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.
7. Proficient in MS packages to include Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Why Gregory Distribution?
1. Salary for Transport Operator is between £31,500pa to £33,110pa, depending on experience.
2. Hours of work are based on a 4on 4off rota, from 06:00hrs - 18:00hrs.
3. Overtime may be required. This will be paid at an hourly rate.
4. Additional holiday purchasing scheme*
5. Retail discounts with Hapi*
6. Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*
7. Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
8. Excellent holiday allowance and company benefits.
9. Life assurance, pension and sickness scheme*
10. Christmas Savings Club*
11. Black Circle Tyre discount*
12. Leading industry qualifications*
13. This vacancy is not entitled to the employee referral scheme.
14. Free Uniform.
15. 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, 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 in relation to the vacancy please contact our Recruitment Team. Please take into account that our Recruitment Team works Monday to Friday 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs, so we will get back to you as soon as we can.
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.
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