Streamline Services are looking for an experienced Senior Transport Operator on behalf of our client, a global freight forwarder, based in Peterborough.
This is a full-time permanent role, Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5PM. Salary is NEG DOE + Excellent benefits and career opportunities.
Responsibilities:
1. Manage and coordinate daily transport operations throughout the UK & Europe
2. Allocate jobs to contractors and scheduling
3. Book shipping space with ferry operators using internet portals, optimizing utilisation
4. Ensure timely receipt and processing of bookings, meeting commitments made to clients
5. Maintain accurate and up to date information in our computer systems related to each job
6. Utilise satellite tracking systems to monitor the locations of trailers and trucks for efficient tracking
7. Promptly identify and report any concerns related to potential or actual losses on movements
8. Liaise with suppliers and utilise freight exchanges to ensure the continuous movement of trailers
9. Generate accurate and timely invoices to recover demurrage and additional charges
10. Engage with trailer suppliers to arrange MOT, servicing and repair of trailers
11. General administrative duties
Requirements:
12. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a transport environment, ideally in a senior role
13. In depth understanding of driver hours regulations and other relevant industry regulations
14. Experience in European transport operations
15. Strong communication skills to convey requirements & to collaborate with suppliers/stakeholders
16. Strong communication skills
17. Flexible approach to duties and tasks
18. Good understanding of customer deliverables and the impact of failure / cost of poor quality
19. Consistently manages the task in hand