Traffic Operator – Nursling

We are seeking a hands-on Experienced Traffic Operator to join a professional operations team in Southampton to support our general haulage operations across the UK

This is a great opportunity to join a family owned business.

The Role:
Transport Planner will be routing the delivery & collection of full loads UK wide
You must ensure all road transport legislation is adhered to
Routes must be planned in line with WTD
All administration must be completed and accurate
Transport Planner will be liaising with Drivers and customers as appropriate

  • Previous Back Office Transport experience preferred
  • Transport experience
  • Excellent geographical knowledge
  • Dealing with existing customers
  • Route Planning
  • Good IT & Communication skills
  • Liaising with drivers within a busy environment, this is a constant challenge and the right candidate must have experience of this in a previous position.
  • Dealing with drivers hours
  • Trailer rotation
  • Use of a computerised TMS plus other bolt-on variables to enable the management of other parts of our operation.
  • IT skills are necessary for the day to day operation in this role
  • Transport Planner will be routing the delivery & collection of full loads UK wide
  • You must ensure all road transport legislation is adhered to
  • Routes must be planned in line with WTD
  • You must ensure all road transport legislation is adhered to
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • A strong team ethic both inside and outside the office.
  • Previous experience within a similar role
  • CPC qualification not necessary however may assist you application.

Hours

  • Hours: Rotational shifts between 06:00 and 18:00
  • Weekend Work: 1 in 4 Saturday/Sunday mornings (additional payment provided)

Please note: We are only able to accept applications from candidates who already have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support visa applications for any of our current vacancies.