Road Freight Operator in Winwick

Location: Warrington

Salary: £30,000 - £36,000 DOE + Annual Bonus

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Looking for More Than Just Another Freight Forwarding Job?

If you're an experienced European Road Freight Operator looking for a company where you're genuinely valued, supported, and given the opportunity to build a long-term career, this could be exactly what you're looking for.

We're recruiting on behalf of a highly successful and well-established freight forwarding business in Warrington. Known for delivering exceptional service across Europe, they've built an outstanding reputation—not only with their customers but with their employees too. This is the type of company where people genuinely enjoy coming to work. The team is welcoming, management are approachable, and everyone works together to achieve the same goal. It's a business with a real family feel, low staff turnover, and an office culture that's supportive, friendly and professional.

If you're looking for somewhere you'll feel part of the team from day one—not just another number—this is an opportunity not to be missed.

The Role

As a European Road Freight Operator, you'll take full ownership of international road freight shipments from start to finish, ensuring every movement is handled efficiently while delivering an outstanding level of customer service. Working closely with customers, hauliers, overseas partners and internal teams, you'll coordinate European import and export shipments, ensuring deadlines are met and operations run smoothly from collection through to final delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage European road freight shipments from booking through to final delivery.
• Coordinate both import and export road freight movements across Europe.
• Liaise daily with customers, hauliers, overseas agents and transport partners.
• Arrange collections, deliveries and route planning.
• Prepare and process all operational documentation, including customs paperwork where required.
• Track shipments and provide proactive updates to customers.
• Resolve operational issues quickly and professionally.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Ensure all shipments are completed accurately and in line with company procedures.

About You

We're looking for someone with previous experience in European Road Freight who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering a first-class service. You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience in European Road Freight Operations.
• Experience managing import and export shipments from start to finish.
• A strong understanding of European road freight processes.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to prioritise workload and work well under pressure.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• A positive, proactive attitude and a team-focused approach.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary of £30,000 - £36,000, depending on experience.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Monday to Friday working hours, 9:00am - 5:30pm.
• 22 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression and development.
• Join a successful, financially stable and growing freight forwarding business.
• Friendly, supportive management who invest in their people.
• A welcoming team with a genuine family feel.
• Excellent office atmosphere where everyone works together and supports one another.
• Low staff turnover—people stay because they enjoy being part of the business.

Why Apply?

Finding a company that offers career progression, stability and a genuinely positive working environment isn't easy—but this business does exactly that. They've created a culture where people are trusted, respected and encouraged to develop their careers. Your contribution will be recognised, your ideas will be listened to, and you'll become part of a close-knit team that genuinely enjoys working together.

If you're looking for your next long-term opportunity with a company where you'll feel valued from day one, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this fantastic opportunity.