Transport Coordinator

Job description:

Job Title: Transport Coordinator

Department: Transport / Operations

Location: Rainham, London RM13

Employment Type: Full-Time

Working days and hours: Monday to Thursday 06:00-15:00 and Saturday 07:00 - 14:00. Some flexibility required.

Salary: £14 ph - £15 ph

Role Summary:

The Transport Coordinator role supports the smooth and efficient functioning of the transport department by performing a combination of tasks including route planning, occasional driving, and general transport & operations administration. This dynamic position is ideal for someone flexible, organised, and hands-on, with a solid understanding of transport operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Route Planning & Scheduling

- Plan daily and weekly vehicle routes for HGV and van drivers

- Adjust schedules based on delivery priorities, traffic, or driver availability

- Collaborate with drivers and the Operations Manager to optimize efficiency

- Use mapping tools or route planning software

2. Transport & Operations Administration

- Maintain driver records (CPC, licence checks, medicals, infringements)

- Help schedule vehicle maintenance and log defect reports

- Process fuel receipts, mileage logs, and daily run sheets

- Assist with DVSA compliance record-keeping and audit preparation

- BRCGS Storage & Distribution audit preparation

- Fuel cards, tablet, BigChange administration

Key Skills & Experience:

- Previous experience in a transport, logistics, or driving role

- Working knowledge of transport regulations (tachograph, WTD, vehicle checks)

- Competent with basic IT tools (Excel, route planners, fleet software)

- HGV licence (Class 2) preferred or van driving experience

- Basic understanding of BRCGS Storage & Distribution

- Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills

Personal Attributes:

- Flexible and willing to switch between tasks as needed

- Reliable, proactive, and customer-focused

- Able to work independently and as part of a small team

- Committed to safety and compliance