Transport Coordinator Widnes | Full Time | Temp to Perm Salary: £27,000 per annum We are recruiting on behalf of a trusted client, for a Transport Coordinator to join their busy Widnes operation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing business where you will play a key role in ensuring daily collections and logistics run smoothly and efficiently. This role would suit someone with previous transport or fleet coordination experience who enjoys planning, problem-solving, and working in a fast-paced operational environment. The Role You will support the day-to-day running of the transport function, ensuring collections and deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with compliance standards. You will coordinate drivers, vehicles, and routes while acting as a central point of contact for operational queries. Key Responsibilities * Plan daily routes and vehicle schedules * Allocate drivers and manage workloads * Monitor driver hours and ensure compliance * Conduct daily driver debriefs * Coordinate fleet servicing, inspections, and MOTs * Manage vehicle defects and maintenance systems * Liaise with customers and internal teams to resolve queries * Ensure health and safety and Operator Licence compliance * Support smooth inbound and outbound transport operations About You * Previous experience in a transport or fleet coordination/planning role * Knowledge of driver hours and transport compliance * Route planning or multi-drop scheduling experience * Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel * Excellent communication and organisational skills * Ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure * Proactive, reliable, and team-focused approach What’s on Offer * full-time position, potential for it to be a permanent role * Stable and growing business * Supportive working environment * Opportunities for development within transport and supply chain