We are a market-leading ambient and chilled food & drink 3PL specialist, providing warehouse and distribution services alongside fresh food manufacturing, co-packing, and bonded divisions. We work in partnership with some of the biggest household names in the food and drink sector.
Company Overview
Culina Group is a leading UK 3rd party food & drinks logistics provider offering dedicated and shared warehousing and distribution solutions.
At Culina, we have a winning culture. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive—a place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!
Job Description
* Maintain driver/core staff rosters to ensure resource capability over a 24/7 period, including reactive and emergency response.
* Ensure the numbers within the emergency response driving team are consistently maintained.
* Implement and deploy the Emergency Plan, ensuring compliance with Company Procedures.
* Allocate ESL transport assets to individual convoys as required for all deployments.
* Plan routes and alternative routes, site locations, and assist with contingency planning.
* Act as a liaison between convoy commanders and the TLMP Liaison Officer (Customer appointed on shift).
* Maintain ongoing verbal communication with drivers during Adhoc Move Requests from the customer, supplementing Microlise updates.
* Ensure clear daily communication between shifts via the shift handover document, passing critical information/concerns to the Team Leader and Contract Manager.
* Occasionally assist at drivers/debrief counters for EDF movements only.
* Respond to customer requests for movement or other inquiries, escalating as required.
* Calculate Transport Costs & submit for approval.
* Request drivers & tractor units as needed.
* Advise the Forecast Team.
* Perform administrative tasks, including weekly hours, vehicle mileage, and KPI production.
* Provide out-of-hours support to Eventor Drivers (secondary to EDF work).
* Liaise with Customer Services on drivers’ behalf.
* Assist with Tyre call-outs and breakdowns, liaising with CAM.
* Update GTS accordingly as required.
* Assist with tracking Formula 1 Trucks in season as needed (secondary to EDF work).
* Comply with health, safety, and environmental rules to ensure safety of all employees, contractors, and visitors.
* Report any breaches of Health and Safety immediately to your Line Manager.
* Report any accidents, incidents, or near-misses per Company procedure and assist in investigations.
Qualifications
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook.
* Working knowledge of WTD and EU Drivers Hours (Core).
* Working knowledge of GTS and Microlise applications.
Additional Information
As part of our drive to make Culina Group a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organization committed to employee development and recognizing success for hardworking performers.
Our dedicated learning and development programs are open to all employees, offering opportunities to shape your future within logistics and foster a team-oriented environment.
Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits, including:
* Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement
* Pension scheme – We contribute 4% of your salary, and we ask for a 4% contribution from you.
* Life Assurance – Cover equal to twice your annual salary
* Wellness – Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering confidential counselling and legal services 24/7.
* Eye Care Vouchers – Savings on eye tests and discounts on glasses.
* Reward & Recognition – Employee of the Month and Year, long service awards, and other recognitions.
* Everyday discounts – Over 50 retailer discounts via our benefit platform.
If you meet the requirements and are looking for your next career opportunity, please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!
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