Transport Operator
Job in
Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 4RE, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-01
Listing for:
Fowler Welch
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-01
Job specializations:
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Transportation
Transportation & Logistics, Dispatcher, Transportation Manager, Driver
Job Description & How to Apply Below
As the Transport Operator you will be responsible for effectively managing vehicle utilization and ensuring drivers are given clear and precise instructions. Ensuring that all service levels are met cost effectively and within the constraints of driver's hours and H&S regulations.
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum.
Working Hours:
Wednesday-Saturday, 19:30pm- 7:30am.
Key Duties of a Transport Operator:
Ensuring that all elements of the job are effectively communicated to drivers and sub-contractors.
To plan the effective utilisation of drivers, vehicles, sub-contractors and agencies ensuring that all Company sites are fully considered when doing so.
Ensure that all drivers are working within a safe environment and follow driver hours regulations.
Liaising with planning team to optimise fleet/driver utilisation, identifying and resolving problems affecting delivery on time.
To assist in the control of equipment, ensuring that customer requirements are met and recorded.
Working with Compliance to ensure trucks are legal and information is downloaded in a timely manner.
Conducting initial investigations into accidents or issues of driver performance and raising with Transport Supervisors and HR to ensure they are dealt with efficiently and consistently.
Assist Supervisors in speaking to drivers about Virtual Risk Manager and improving driving style to improve FW MPG and overall safety and to ensure that costs are managed in accordance with the KPI's.
Undertake additional tasks/duties as may be required by Management from time to time.
Job requirements
Experience of working within a distribution / transport environment.
Experience of managing own workload within a pressurised environment.
Sound geographical knowledge.
Basic understanding of driver's hours regulations/Tachograph law.
Excellent organisational skills.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
Initiative and the ability to work unsupervised.
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