Transport Coordiantor

Logistics done differently

Are you an experienced Transport Co-ordinator looking for a position that you can really make a difference in? Do you like the idea of joining the transport planning team for one of the biggest, fastest-growing names in logistics? We are looking for someone like you. We’re currently recruiting for a Transport Coordinator to be based at our customer site in Norwich, on our contract with Anglian Home Improvements. As part of this busy transport operation, you’ll primarily ensure the timely movement and loading of demountable boxes ready for delivery by our team of drivers across Monday – Friday,  06:30 to 14:30.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of £26,000 per annum. In addition, we offer 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts as well as a salary sacrifice car scheme,  cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Control a team of shunter drivers on site to ensure that demountable boxes are presented for customer to load
• Co-ordinate with loading bay teams to ensure boxes are loaded in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate records of box movements on site
• Deal with telephone and email queries from customer and drivers
• Liaise with external contractors re repair of vehicle defects and ensure vehicles are available for maintenance
• Ensure that all vehicle inspections/MOT/Services are planned and completed.
• Any other transport related administrative tasks
• To ensure compliance with Company Health & Safety requirements highlighting any concerns to line management
• Provide cover for Transport Planner 

What you need to succeed at XPO: 

• Experience of working in a complex transport environment
• Proven experience within transport and an understanding of compliance and driver hours
• Experience of transport planning systems (Desirable)
• Thrive under pressure within a challenging environment and solve complex problem

Be part of Something Big:

We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know. 

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