GPS Recruitment have an opportunity with a valued client within their Transport department for a Transport Coordinator, working alongside the existing members of the Transport team to continually deliver a smooth service. Ideally, we are looking to speak with people having some previous transport and vehicle routing knowledge/experience.. The purpose of a Transport Coordinator is to effectively plan driver and vehicle resources to achieve delivery/collection times, whilst optimising resources and adhering to WTD and drivers' hours legislation. Key duties: * Create and update daily run summaries in order to achieve delivery and collection deadlines. * Ensuring that service levels are achieved and maintained, in conjunction with other departments. * Using the Driver rota, planning runs according to shift pattern and available hours, taking into account holidays and sickness. * Ensuring legal compliance regarding any defects, services, MOTs, etc. * Maintaining clear and effective communication with drivers; communicating accurate start times, load information, directions, additional shifts, etc. * Ensuring adherence to all statutory and legal requirements, as well as all health and safety/safe systems of work policies. * Assisting the rest of the team in other functions within the office. Essential experience: * Planning and organising skills, with the ability to work efficiently and accurately to me...