Transport Coordinator

Transport Coordinator
Location: Thirsk
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Contract: Temp to Perm
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm, some flexibility may be required

We’re currently looking for a Transport Coordinator to join a busy Logistics and Supply Chain business based in Thirsk.

You’ll be working as part of a small transport office supporting a 24/7 operation, with around 30 drivers, 9 trucks and 2 shunters. This is a hands on role where you’ll work closely with the First Line Manager and help keep the day-to-day transport operation running smoothly.

Your day-to-day duties will include:

Supporting the First Line Manager with the daily running of the transport office

Meeting and greeting drivers when they arrive on site

Completing transport paperwork and general administration

Supporting goods-in and goods-out

Dealing with deliveries for the IPM operation based on site

Liaising with drivers and other teams across the site

Updating information on Microlise Transport Management System

Dealing with driver queries and helping resolve any issues

Keeping transport records and paperwork accurate and up to date

Supporting the wider transport team as requiredAbout you:

You’ll ideally have previous experience in a transport, logistics or supply chain environment and be comfortable working in a busy transport office.

We’re looking for someone who:

Has previous transport or logistics experience

Is confident using computers and transport systems

Has experience with Microlise or a similar Transport Management System

Is organised and able to keep on top of paperwork

Can work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Has good communication skills and is comfortable dealing with drivers

Is reliable, practical and happy to get stuck in

If you’re looking for a varied transport role where no two days are the same, please contact Cathryn Smedley on (phone number removed)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed