Are you seeking your next step with a growing company that genuinely cares about its employees? Do you want to work in an environment that offers excellent benefits and promotes a fantastic company culture? If so, Woodstock Trading Company has an exciting opportunity for you!
About Us
Woodstock Trading Company is an award-winning, family-owned business with over 20 years of experience in designing and distributing beautiful furniture and accessories. We take pride in providing an unparalleled customer experience through quality products, professional service, and a commitment to excellence.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Transport Co-Ordinator to support the management of our driver workforce and ensure the safety and efficiency of the Woodstock fleet. This role requires an individual with a passion for logistics, strong organisational skills, and the ability to adapt to the dynamic demands of a busy transport operation. As a key member of our Transport Department, you will carry out essential administrative and operational tasks, including vehicle maintenance, compliance management, driving performance analysis, and route planning. Flexibility in working shifts and the ability to cover at short notice is essential.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and optimise routes and workloads based on company and departmental needs.
* Coordinate routes to ensure timely dispatch of driver crews in alignment with Paragon schedules.
* Deliver, review, and ensure up-to-date driver training programs.
* Provide coaching and mentoring to improve driver performance, utilising telematics and other resources.
* Conduct driver pre-briefs and de-briefs to maintain high standards and address improvement areas.
* Support newly recruited drivers with induction plans and training completion.
* Champion fleet cleanliness and enforce action plans to address failings.
* Conduct weekly QC checks and planned gate checks to uphold safety standards.
* Manage vehicle defect reporting, service/job sheet tracking, and legal compliance paperwork.
* Address and manage driver and customer issues promptly.
* Act as a relief driver when required to ensure seamless operations.
* Support all other departmental functions as a key stakeholder.
What we’re looking for
* Strong organisational and planning skills to manage driver resources effectively.
* Experience with driving performance analysis and compliance with working time legislation.
* Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and safety protocols.
* Driver Assessor accreditation is desirable but not essential.
* A proactive and detail-oriented mindset.
* A team player who is passionate about maintaining high standards.
* A good understanding of DVSA policies.
The Benefits
* 23 days’ holiday with 1 day on or around your birthday, plus Bank Holidays, increasing by an additional 2 days with length of service.
* Christmas closure
* Private Medical Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Fantastic company culture
* Free food and drinks on site
Ready to Apply? If you are ready to join a company that values its employees and provides a supportive work environment, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application for the Transport Co-Ordinator position, and you could be the next addition to our dedicated team at Woodstock!
Please Note: This role is being recruited internally, and we do not accept CVs from recruitment agencies. If we choose to work with a recruitment agency, consent must be obtained from our People Team before any CVs are submitted. CVs received without prior agreement will be considered free, and we reserve the right to engage with these candidates directly without payment of fees.
Role Type
Pay Rate
30000 GBP – 33000 GBP (Annum)
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