Transport Coordinator

Transport Coordinator

Location: Thirsk
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Contract: Temp to Perm
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30am–5:30pm, 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.

The role

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 required
  
  

About 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
  
   

For more information please contact Cathryn Smedley on 0113 246 9339.