Job Title: Transport Operator / Planner
Location: Manchester (Trafford Park)
Job Type: Permanent
Shift: 4 on 4 off, Permanent Day Shift - 6am to 6pm & 7am to 7pm
Salary: circa £38,000 negotiable depending on experience
Interviewing: ASAP
If you're experienced in container transport and thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Managing multiple drivers on a daily basis; 21 vehicles, 6 subcontractors and a total of 85 drivers
- Liaising with ports and booking delivery slots
- Using TOPS (Transport Operations Planning System) to track driver schedules
- Monitoring ETAs and rerouting jobs as needed
- Ensuring accurate POD (proof of delivery) matching
- Communicating clearly with customers about updates or delays
- Working proactively to ensure smooth, timely deliveries across the UK
What We're Looking For:
- Previous experience as a Transport Operator or Planner - essential
- Strong understanding of UK geography and container transport operations
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to work independently and problem-solve in real time
- Organised and detail-oriented with a flexible attitude
- Comfortable working on a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern. Hours are06.00- 18.00 & 07.00 - 19.00 (all fixed dayshifts)
If you're ready to take on a new challenge with a company that invests in its people and rewards hard work, we'd love to hear from you.
Closing date is 29th October2026
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