Transport Operator

1 week ago


Newnham on Severn, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Fowler Welch Full time

Company Description Fowler Welch (Part of the Culina Group) operates in the fresh produce sector providing time critical logistics solutions for major retailers, growers and manufacturers across the UK.

At Culina Group 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 We have an exciting opportunity for a Transport Operator to join our friendly team in Teynham a full-time permanent basis.

As the Transport Operator you will be responsible for effectively managing vehicle utilisation and ensuring drivers are given clear and precise instructions, ensuring that all service levels are met and within the constraints of drivers' hours and Health & Safety regulations.


Shift:
Wednesday-Saturday (7pm-7am)

Salary:
£30,772 to £34,059 per annum.

Key Duties of a Transport Operator:


To plan the effective utilisation of drivers, vehicles, sub-contractors and agencies ensuring that all company sites are fully considered when doing so.

Ensure that all drivers are working within a safe environment and follow driver hours regulations.
Liaising with Night Transport Supervisor to optimise fleet/driver utilisation, identifying and resolving problems affecting delivery on time.
To assist in the control of equipment, ensuring that customer requirements are met and recorded.
Conducting investigations into accidents or issues of driver performance.
Working with compliance to ensure trucks are legal and information is downloaded in a timely manner.
Supporting drivers with callouts and breakdowns.
Ensuring customers are informed of late or delayed deliveries using the relevant contact method (automated electronic, email and telephone).
Building and matching of ASN'S to loads ensuring compliance.
Completing accident, incident and near miss paperwork.
Tracking of Drivers using ISOTRAK / Microlise systems. Qualifications CPC National/ International qualification desirable.
Experience of working within a distribution / transport environment.
Experience of managing own workload within a pressurised environment.
A sound understanding of vehicle planning within a transport environment or similar.
Sound geographical knowledge.
Basic understanding of driver's hours regulations/Tachograph law.
Excellent organisational skills.
Adaptable and flexible in approach to work.
Initiative and the ability to work unsupervised. Additional Information As part of our drive to makeFowler Welcha great place to work.

We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

Annual Leave - Competitive holiday entitlement.

Pension scheme - We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer agreat contribution of 4.5 % employee and 4.5 % employer.

Life Assurance - x 3 your annual salary.

Wellness - Via our Employee Assistance Programmewe offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.

Eye Care Vouchers - We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.

Reward & Recognition - We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.

Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings
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
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