Are you organised, quick-thinking and great at juggling priorities? Join our team as a Readymix Shipper and play a vital role in ensuring customer orders are delivered safely, efficiently and on time.
Based at our Birtley Regional Office, you'll be responsible for planning and coordinating deliveries, optimising fleet utilisation, monitoring real-time order progress and working closely with plants, hauliers and customers to deliver an excellent service.
Whatyou'llbe doing
Planning and scheduling customer orders to meet delivery requirements
Optimisingvehicle and fleetutilisationto control costs
Monitoring deliveries and resolving issues proactively
Liaising with plants to ensure materials are available for planned deliveries
Managing haulage requirements and hired transport costs
Providing customers with delivery updates and excellent service
Building strong relationships with colleagues,hauliersand customers
Working Pattern:Monday - Friday, 7am – 5pm. Rotational Shift Pattern (7-4pm & 8-5pm)Saturday Mornings Rotational ifrequired
Whatwe'relooking for
Previous scheduling, distribution or logistics experience preferred
Strong IT and system skills
Commercial awareness and a customer-focused approach
Ability to make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment
Understanding of transport operations, fleetutilisationand industry processes
Why Tarmac?
At Tarmac, who you are matters. We want to get to know you. If you're proud of a job well done, enjoy working collaboratively and are ambitious to make things better, we'd love to hear from you.
We are committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive workplace where people from a wide range of backgrounds can thrive and succeed.
This role is based in Birtley, Chester-le-Street, and is easily commutable from Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne, Consett, Durham, Sunderland, Middlesbrough, Hartlepool, Darlington, South Shields, Wallsend, Longbenton and surrounding areas.
We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.
Alongside ...
Shipper ReadyMix employer: Tarmac Trading
As a Lead Operative, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment that prioritises safety, efficiency, and employee engagement. Our company fosters a culture of continuous improvement and professional development, offering ample opportunities for growth within the manufacturing sector. Located in a vibrant area, we provide competitive benefits and a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
