Transport Coordinator

Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) is a leading ambient transport and logistics business, providing services to many of the UK’s best known brands across core consumer and retail sectors. At Culina, we have a winning culture; we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive. A place where you’re valued, challenged, and inspired!

Stobart are looking to hear from an experienced, forward thinking Transport Coordinator to complement our strong team based in Carlisle. Working in collaboration with the Transport Manager, the role is responsible for the day to day operation of the site and driver workforce.

Working hours: Monday to Friday nights, 18:00 - 04:00 with a one hour unpaid break. Equivalent to 45 hours per week.

Salary: £30,000 per annum.

Key Duties of a Transport Coordinator:

• Report Vehicle/Trailer defects and escalate to the fleet department and relevant stakeholders.
• Complete daily risk assessments of yard and office.
• Ensure legal compliance by keeping tracker of working time directive for the driver workforce.
• Coordinate CPC driver records.
• Ensure customer demand is met by proactively managing driver resource vs vehicle requirements.
• Upkeep of vehicle allocation.
• Manage staff absence.
• Handle new starter and leaver information.
• Process driver holiday request submissions.
• Assist Transport Manager with interview process for drivers.
• Ensure all personnel files are up to date.
• Manage driver expenses.

Qualifications:

• Transport experience in FMCG environment.
• Excellent communication skills in order to deliver accurate information.
• The ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure.
• Able to work as part of a team or individually.
• Be professional, approachable and helpful to ensure smooth running of the general operation.
• Knowledge & experience of tachograph/driving rules and regulations.
• Attention to detail/accuracy.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office packages.
• Effectively prioritise workload in order to meet set deadlines.

Additional Information:

As part of our drive to make Stobart a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers. Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave: 28 days inclusive of bank holidays.
• Pension: Contribution of 5% employee and 3% employer.
• Wellness: Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• Eye Care Vouchers: We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition: We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via referral bonuses, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts: Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!
• Fitness: Your wellbeing is important to us and being active is a great way to keep your body and your mind healthy. We have partnered with PureGym so you can save money on a no contract membership.

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity, please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!