Transport Controller
The Best Connection are looking for an experienced Transport Controller to work in a busy office in Wakefield, WF2. Our client is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in a transport environment with strong administration and communication skills.
* Hours: Monday to Friday 21:30-06:00. You must be flexible to work different hours if required.
* Pay: £15.87 per hour
* This role is Temp to Perm for the right candidate.
* Benefits after transferring permanently: 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.
Requirements:
* Previous experience working in a Transport/ Logistics environment
* Previous admin experience
* Experience working in a fast-paced environment
· Proven experience within transport and a good understanding of compliance, driver hours and incident investigations
· Computer literate as will be answering email, dispatching drivers, and compiling a handover every morning
· Good geographical knowledge of the UK
Duties include:
· Ensure drivers are dispatched and the plan is managed and executed ensuring all deliveries and collections are completed to meet the contract SLA's, conducting remedial planning to effectively manage live changes to the plan.
· Support the Site Manager with adherence to all compliance and legal obligations during your shift
· Liaise with stakeholders to ensure the effective use of the vehicles and subcontractors.
· Arrange breakdown repairs for vehicles or trailers.
* Be the initial site response person in the event of an incident, liaising with the Managers
* To ensure that details of vehicle accidents are escalated to line management
Benefits of working for The Best Connection include:
* Quick & easy online registration
* Ongoing assignments
* Holiday entitlement
* Personal Accident Insurance
* Excellent rates of pay
* Overtime available
* Online payslips
* Contributory Pension Scheme
The Best Connection Group Limited was formed in 1991.The company has a network of 80+ branches throughout the UK, from which it specialises in the supply of temporary labour to the industrial, HGV, warehouse and distribution sector.