Transport Operator

We are looking for a Transport Operator , must have proven ability within a transport environment. The ideal candidate will have previous haulage experience, good IT skills and excellent geographical knowledge. Must have great communication skills, experience of managing a varied workload within a transport environment and an understanding of driver's hours regulations.
You will need to have, excellent problem-solving skills and be able to adapt to a changing and fast paced environment and to take responsibility for decisions made at short notice as and when required.
Duties Include
Assist drivers with any issues they may encounter while carrying out their daily deliveries.
Assist the Senior Transport Planner with day-to-day operations.
Liaising with the drivers throughout the day
Monitoring their progress to ensure the complete required work in the required timescales.
Identify potential and currently problems/delays that may affect delivery deadlines and
Find appropriate solutions.
Booking deliveries with customers.
Communicating effectively with customers
Informing customer of the progress of their deliveries.
Planning and cover lead planner as and when required (annual leave).
Have an awareness of industry compliance and relevant legislation.
Answering any incoming phone calls and dealing with them in the appropriate way.
Creating new job sheets on in house computer systems.
Carry out any other tasks, to keep the transport office and vehicles running efficiently.
Learning other roles within the business to assist in the future.
This is a permanent role, Monday - Friday: 8am-5pm.
Salary DOE
This is a great opportunity to be part of a well-established company, so if you feel you have the relevant experience then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time

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