Job description Job Title: Multi-Role Transport Operative
Reports To: Operations Manager
Department: Transport / Operations
Location: Rainham, London RM13
Employment Type: Full-Time
Working days and hours: 08:00-17:00 Monday to Saturday with one 1 day off during the week and Sunday off. Some flexibility required.
Salary: 28k-32k depending on experience
Role Summary:
The Multi-Role Transport Operative supports the smooth and efficient functioning of the transport department by performing a combination of tasks including route planning, occasional driving, and general transport & operations administration. This dynamic position is ideal for someone flexible, organised, and hands-on, with a solid understanding of transport operations.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Route Planning & Scheduling
- Plan daily and weekly vehicle routes for HGV and van drivers
- Adjust schedules based on delivery priorities, traffic, or driver availability
- Collaborate with drivers and the Operations Manager to optimize efficiency
- Use mapping tools or route planning software
2. Driving Duties (as required)
- Operate HGV 2 or company vans for deliveries, collections, or cover duties
- Complete pre-trip vehicle checks and log defects appropriately
- Maintain professional conduct and ensure timely deliveries
- Comply with drivers hours regulations, tachograph use, and load safety
3. Transport & Operations Administration
- Maintain driver records (CPC, licence checks, medicals, infringements)
- Help schedule vehicle maintenance and log defect reports
- Process fuel receipts, mileage logs, and daily run sheets
- Assist with DVSA compliance record-keeping and audit preparation
- BRCGS Storage & Distribution audit preparation
- Fuel cards, tablet, BigChange administration
Key Skills & Experience:
- Previous experience in a transport, logistics, or driving role
- Working knowledge of transport regulations (tachograph, WTD, vehicle checks)
- Competent with basic IT tools (Excel, route planners, fleet software)
- HGV licence (Class 2) preferred or van driving experience
- Basic understanding of BRCGS Storage & Distribution
- Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
Personal Attributes:
- Flexible and willing to switch between tasks as needed
- Reliable, proactive, and customer-focused
- Able to work independently and as part of a small team
- Committed to safety and compliance
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Temp to perm
Pay: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension On-site parking Work Location: In person
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