Mach Recruitment are hiring Transport Coordinator
Location: Newark, NG24 2NH
Pay Rate: £12.67 days, up to £16.47 nights
Shift Pattern: 6:00-6:00 days or nights
About the Role
Join our busy Transport Team supporting the GXO Currys operation helping to keep one of the UKs largest delivery networks running smoothly.
As a Transport Coordinator, youll handle all aspects of transport administration, driver support, and compliance. Youll be the key link between drivers, planners, warehouse teams, and customers -ensuring everything runs on time, safely, and efficiently.
If youre highly organised, confident under pressure, and enjoy working in a fast-paced logistics environment, this role is for you.
Key Responsibilities
* Handle daily transport office administration and paperwork.
* Record and monitor driver hours in line with WTD and tachograph legislation.
* Support with Paragon route execution and data capture for KPIs.
* Pre-brief and debrief drivers, ensuring accurate documentation.
* Download and manage tachograph data at the start and end of each shift.
* Deal with day-to-day driver, customer, and internal department queries.
* Liaise with warehouse and planning teams to manage load availability and routes.
* Report and log vehicle defects using Axscend and ensure timely repairs.
* Coordinate with vehicle maintenance providers and compliance departments.
* Manage driver cards, fuel cards, keys, and issue all relevant documentation.
* Ensure operational reports are completed and submitted on time.
* Support compliance, servicing, and safety processes (including QSHE).
* Assist with KPI reporting and escalate issues where required.
* Participate in GXO training and development programmes.
* Carry out any other duties as required by management.
Skills & Experience Required
Knowledge
* Understanding of Tachograph compliance, WTD, and transport legislation.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
Skills
* Excellent organisational and time management skills.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a professional telephone manner.
* Customer-focused with the ability to handle challenging situations calmly.
* Confident working under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
Experience
* Previous experience in a similar transport administration or logistics role desirable.
* Experience in a customer-facing, fast-moving operational environment.
* Knowledge of transport systems such as Paragon or Axscend advantageous.
Behaviours
* Positive, professional, and team-focused attitude.
* Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
* Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
* Committed to maintaining safety, compliance, and quality standards.
* Willingness to learn and grow within the transport function.
Qualifications
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
* Microsoft Office or administrative training preferred.
What We Offer
* Competitive hourly pay and overtime opportunities.
* Pension scheme.
* Free onsite parking and subsidised canteen.
* A supportive, friendly team environment in a leading logistics company.
Mach Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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