Transport Coordinator

Transport Co-ordinator

Heavy Haulage

Wembley, London

Up to £50,000 (dependent on experience)

7:30AM - 6:00PM Monday to Friday

I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Co-ordinator to join a leading plant hire company who specialise within Abnormal Loads.

The Transport Co-ordinator will be responsible for coordinating and managing the transportation of our plant machinery to various construction sites across the UK. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient and cost-effective transportation operations.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: A highly competitive salary and package that reflects your skills and experience.
• Generous Leave: Enjoy 23 days plus bank holiday annual leave and personal leave to maintain a healthy work life balance.
• Professional Development: Take advantage of training programs, workshops, and seminars to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access to free, confidential support services for personal and work-related issues.
• Environmental and Safety Commitment: Join a company that prioritises safety and sustainability, ensuring a safe and Eco-friendly working environment.
• Modern Equipment: Work with the best and latest plant and machinery in the industry.
• Team Oriented Culture: Be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values each member's contribution.
• Recognition Programs: Acknowledge and reward outstanding performance and dedication with various recognition programs.

The Candidate:

• Proven experience as a transport route planner.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience as a Transport Planner or similar role in the construction or heavy machinery industry.
• Strong knowledge of transportation regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proficient in transportation management systems and software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Strong administration skills
• Confident with Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, Outlook
• Motivated self-starter
• Excellent time management and organizational skills are a must
• Experience in the Construction/Plant sector would be an advantage

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage a large fleet of HGV's for plant deliveries nationwide
• Develop and implement transportation plans to ensure efficient movement of plant machinery to construction sites.
• Coordinate and schedule the delivery and collection of plant machinery, considering factors such as project deadlines, vehicle availability, and driver schedules.
• Manage and coordinate transportation resources to ensure that deliveries are made on time and to the correct destination
• Liaise with site managers and project teams to understand project requirements and plan transportation accordingly.
• Monitoring performance of transportation service providers, ensuring compliance with service level agreements, and resolving any associated issues.
• Liaising with internal staff and external stakeholders to ensure the timely collection and delivery of goods.

If you have Transport Planner experience and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply via the link.

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