At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage night transport operations, ensuring timely and safe vehicle dispatch.
- Company: Join a leading driving agency with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Earn £21.49 per hour, enjoy 26 days leave, and access training opportunities.
- Other info: Immediate shifts available; great career growth potential!
- Why this job: Make impactful decisions in a fast-paced environment while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Must have Transport Manager CPC qualification and experience in logistics.
The predicted salary is between 21.49 - 21.49 £ per hour.
We are looking for a Night Shift Transport Controller to start ASAP for our client based in Bury St Edmunds, with all the support from our experienced Driver Hire team.
The successful candidate will receive:
- £21.49 per hour
- Staff Pension
- 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Training & development within a multinational transport operator
- Guaranteed 8.5hrs per day
- 28 days holiday prorated on PAYE
- Upskilling to HGV, ADR and HIAB after satisfactory probation period
- Referral Bonus - Introduce a friend to us and you receive a bonus!
What to expect as a Night Shift Transport Controller:
- The role requires a Transport Manager CPC qualification & strong operational judgement.
- Working hours are 9pm - 5am.
- Allocate vehicles and drivers to scheduled routes, ensuring compliance with driver hours, tachograph regulations, and Working Time Directive.
- Monitor live transport activity throughout the night, adjusting plans proactively to manage delays, breakdowns, or customer changes.
- Ensure all loads are dispatched accurately, safely, and on time.
- Maintain real time communication with drivers, providing instructions, updates, and support.
- Apply Transport Manager CPC knowledge to ensure all night operations meet legal and company standards.
- Conduct checks on driver documentation, vehicle defects, and compliance reports.
- Handle performance issues, conduct briefings, and provide guidance to staff.
- Manage driver start times, breaks, and shift adherence.
- Respond to unexpected issues such as vehicle breakdowns, route disruptions, or staffing shortages.
- Liaise with maintenance providers, other sites, and customers to keep operations running smoothly.
- Make confident decisions under pressure to protect service levels and customer commitments.
- Use operating transport management systems to update job statuses, driver information, and route progress.
- Produce accurate overnight reports for the day team, including incidents, delays, and KPI performance.
- Maintain records of vehicle defects, driver hours, and operational changes.
As a Night Shift Transport Controller you must:
- Transport Manager CPC qualification (mandatory).
- Experience in transport planning, fleet coordination, or logistics control.
- Strong people management and communication skills.
- Ability to make confident decisions independently during night operations.
- Knowledge of UK transport legislation, driver hours, and compliance standards.
- Comfortable working night shifts in a fast paced environment.
This position is commutable from Stowmarket, Ipswich, Thetford, Cambridge, Newmarket and other areas nearby to Bury St Edmunds.
Night Shift Transport Controller in Kent employer: Driver Hire
Join a dynamic team of HGV Class 1 Drivers in Hull, where we prioritise your growth and well-being. With competitive pay rates of up to £63k per year, a £750 bonus upon completion of 12 weeks, and fully funded CPC training, we ensure that you are well-equipped for success. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and offers opportunities for career advancement, making us an excellent employer for those seeking a rewarding driving career.
