Transport Operator

CML (Part of the Culina Group) provides integrated supply chain services and expertise for food and drink products that require strict refrigerated temperatures to the discount retailers.

At Culina 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!

Due to continued growth our Lutterworth site are now recruiting for a Transport Operator to join their friendly team on a full time permanent basis.

Working hours: 4 on 4 off, 7pm-7am. 

Salary: £28,000-£30,000 per annum. 

As a Transport Operator you will effectively manage vehicle utilisation ensuring drivers are given clear and precise information and instructions. Controlling the de-brief process for the drivers on return to site and communicating any operational impacts to other team members.

Key Duties of a Transport Operator:

• Accurately brief and debrief drivers at the beginning and end of their shifts, including ensuring defects are reported and that all drivers download their digicards.
• Follow the daily plan to ensure the effective utilisation of drivers, vehicles, sub-contractors and agencies.
• Ensuring that sub-contractors are used cost effectively.
• POD management.
• Ensuring that TSM is up to date with any changes that occur during the shift.
• Ensure all vehicles are tracked and DOT is recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
• Use SCE and M-Type to book in internation and crossdock loads in.
• Ensure that all drivers are working within a safe environment and follow driver hours’ regulations.
• Close liaison with other operators and supervisors to discuss efficiencies and agreed operational practices.
• Assist in the control of drivers’ equipment, ensuring that customer requirements are met and recorded.
• Supporting investigations into accidents or issues of driver performance and raising with Supervisors and HR to ensure they are dealt with efficiently and consistently.
• Optimise the timely return of vehicles.

• Attention to detail / accuracy.
• A sound understanding of vehicle planning within a transport environment or similar.
• Excellent communication skills in order to deliver accurate information.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure.
• Effectively prioritise work load in order to meet set deadlines.
• Good standard of computer literacy, particularly MS Office e.g. PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Able to work as part of a team or individually.

As part of our drive to make CML a 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 – 20 days inclusive of the bank holidays. 
• Pension scheme – We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
• Life Assurance -  x2 your annual salary.
• Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we 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!