Transport Coordinator​/Supervisor | Portbury BS HG Re

Transport Coordinator / Supervisor

Pay Rate: £14.36 per hour

Pay Rate: £19.85 per hour (Neuven)

Location: Portbury, Bristol BS20

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (Rotating Schedule)

• Week 1: 04:30 – 13:00
• Week 2: 12:00 – 20:30

HG Recruitment are seeking a professional and proactive Transport Coordinator / Supervisor to support the day-to-day transport operation at a busy distribution site in Portbury. This position requires an individual with previous transport or logistics experience who can effectively coordinate drivers, maintain compliance standards, and provide practical solutions to operational and customer challenges. You will play a key role in ensuring transport activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with company and legal requirements.

• Coordinating daily transport operations and driver activities.
• Providing clear instructions and support to drivers throughout their shifts.
• Monitoring transport performance and service delivery.
• Ensuring compliance with transport legislation, driver hours regulations, and company procedures.
• Investigating and resolving operational issues in a timely manner.
• Communicating effectively with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Responding to customer enquiries and providing practical transport solutions.
• Supporting route planning and operational efficiency.
• Maintaining accurate transport records and reports.
• Assisting with driver briefings, debriefings, and performance management.
• Escalating compliance, safety, or service concerns where necessary.

• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Rotating shift schedule providing work‑life balance.
• Competitive hourly rate of £19.85.
• Consistent ongoing work.
• Pension scheme.
• Supportive management team.
• Career development opportunities.
• Access to ongoing training and development.
• Employee assistance and wellbeing support.
• 24/7 support from the HG Recruitment team.

• Previous experience within a transport, logistics, or fleet operation environment.
• Experience supervising, coordinating, or managing drivers.
• Good understanding of transport compliance and driver hours regulations.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced operational environment.
• Good IT and administration skills.
• Professional, reliable, and organised approach to work.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with drivers, customers, and colleagues.

With decades of supply chain expertise, HG Recruitment has a strong nationwide reputation for connecting candidates with great opportunities across transport and logistics. Our dedicated team operates 24/7 to support clients and candidates, ensuring the right people are matched with the right opportunities.

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