Transport Coordinator (NIGHTS) in Skelmersdale

Join Our Team as a Transport Coordinator – Skelmersdale Depot. We’re hiring a Transport Coordinator to join our team at the Skelmersdale Depot within the Müller Milk & Ingredients Distribution Business. In this full-time, permanent role, you’ll play a key part in coordinating transport operations that deliver both value and compliance.

Contract: Full-time / Permanent

Shift: Night shift - 4 on 4 off: 18:00pm - 06:00am

Department: Logistics & Supply Chain & Transport

Location: Skelmersdale, ENG, GB, WN8 8DZ

Responsibilities:

• Lead daily driver briefings and debriefings, identifying and implementing performance improvements via PMS.
• Champion Müller’s safety culture by using STAR cards, conducting safety sweeps, and supporting accident/incident investigations.
• Maintain and update the site’s run folder, ensuring all changes are clearly communicated.
• Manage breakdown and recovery procedures for all MMID vehicles.
• Drive operational excellence by identifying and implementing improvement initiatives.
• Understand and enforce all work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor service levels, including customer service metrics and reporting of shorts and lates.
• Ensure effective resource allocation, legal compliance, and timely communication of changes.
• Manage the site fuel master key and track fuel usage.
• Coordinate vehicle servicing in collaboration with the garage team.
• Use ATMSI system and track and debrief drivers.
• Coordinate inbound collections and communication between farm services, drivers and the dairy.
• Oversee the Daily Tacho Master system to ensure driver compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Conduct trailer checks, including temperature monitoring and regular audits.
• Promote and embody MMID values and behaviours.
• Support and manage third‑party logistics (3PL) relationships.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has relevant experience in a similar transport or logistics role (desirable).
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Can manage deadlines and prioritise effectively.
• Is self‑motivated with a positive, can‑do attitude.
• Demonstrates initiative and ownership in their work.
• Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Brings a strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence.

What’s in it for You?

• A competitive salary, monthly paid.
• 2x Life Assurance.
• Company Pension – business will match contributions to 4% of qualifying earnings.
• 23 days annual leave (to raise with service).
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Access to the Müller Rewards discount scheme offering over 800 discounts online and in‑store and the potential to make savings across grocery and clothes shopping, holidays, insurance, gifts and more.
• Free onsite secured colleague car parking.

At Müller, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage people to apply even if they don’t meet every requirement listed. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know – we’re happy to support you.