Transport Controller Nights

Logistics done differently. How would you like to work for a company that can accelerate your career? Do you feel that sometimes you have more to give, but no room to progress? How does constant training and development sound? Here at XPO, we take our people seriously.

We’re looking for a talented Night Transport Controller to join us, working the night shift at our site in Robertsbridge, on our British Gypsum contract.

Pay, benefits and more:

• We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £33,000.
• We offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days.
• You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts, cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Co-ordinate the transport operations on site and on customer premises to meet both customer and company expectations.
• Liaise with line management to ensure the effective use of hire vehicles/subcontractors minimising the cost impact to the business.
• Ensure that all drivers are compliant with the working time directive regulations and that any accidents/incidents are investigated in a timely manner.
• Responsible for the nighttime transport operation: Oversee night-time transport operations, managing inbound and outbound driver movements, trailer flow, and yard activity to ensure efficient site operation.
• Coordinate with warehouse and loading teams to align vehicle planning, loading schedules, and dispatch requirements.
• Supervise shunter drivers, maintaining safe, timely trailer movements and strong yard discipline.
• Plan, dispatch, and debrief drivers in line with company policy, addressing performance, delays, and compliance matters.
• Act as the first point of escalation for operational issues, breakdowns, defects, and driver concerns, taking prompt corrective action.
• Ensure full transport and fleet compliance, including tachograph management, infringement sign-off, MOTs, inspections, servicing, and statutory documentation.
• Maintain accurate records and paperwork, support incident investigations, deliver clear shift handovers, and promote a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• A good understanding of fast-paced transport teams.
• Excellent communication skills - you’ll be speaking regularly with various stakeholders.
• Good understanding of Microsoft packages including Excel and Outlook.

Be Part of Something Big:

We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know.