Overview
PLANNING & TRANSPORT COORDINATOR | BARNWOOD, GL4 | £35,000 per annum
Permanent, Full time, Fully office based
Our client, a well-established and globally recognised organisation, is seeking experienced Planning and Transport Coordinators to join their dynamic Control Centre team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where precision, efficiency, and proactive coordination are key to success.
The centre is open 24/6. You\'ll work various shifts—including evenings, nights, and weekends—on a rota basis, typically averaging 12-hour shifts, 4 days per week. Please only apply if this schedule works for you.
Responsibilities
* Planning and scheduling vehicle movements to ensure the safe and timely transport of custodies in line with agreed service delivery standards
* Liaising closely with transport crews and establishments (including prisons and courts) to coordinate daily custody movements
* Monitoring vehicle locations and activity using IT systems to ensure operational efficiency and compliance
* Responding promptly to emergency alarms or alerts raised by crews, taking appropriate action to resolve issues
* Collaborating with several agencies to ensure the secure and efficient transfer and return of custodies to their destinations
* Managing and adapting to reactive operational changes, resolving incidents and challenges as they arise
* Maintaining high standards of safety, security, and professionalism in all custody transport operations
You will have
* Previous experience in a similar role, ideally involving large-scale logistics or scheduling across a wide geographical area
* Computer literate with the ability to quickly assimilate large volumes of data and information
* Detail-oriented and highly organised
* Resilient with exceptional communication skills
Benefits
20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, 6% pension scheme, blue light card discounts, free on site parking, company social events, training and progression opportunities
Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those successfully shortlisted for the role will be personally contacted.
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