Transport Coordinator

Transport Coordinator - Transport & Logistics - Penrith, Cumbria - £35,000 About The Company

We are looking for a proactive and organised Transport Coordinator to support the daily operation of our transport function in Penrith. Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, compliant and efficient delivery of goods while driving high service standards and continuous improvement. You will assist in overseeing the day‑to‑day transport operation, ensuring deliveries are completed on time and in full (OTIF) while maintaining compliance with all legal, company and industry standards.

• Competitive salary
• Shifts:
  
  4 on / 4 off
• Job type:
  Perm

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Good standard of secondary education
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Understanding of Drivers' Hours and transport compliance
• Good geographical knowledge
• Experience using Paragon scheduling (Desirable)
• CPC National qualification (or willingness to work towards it)

• Support the daily transport operation to ensure customer SLAs are consistently achieved
• Manage the live ("in‑flight") operation, including post‑journey driver debriefs and performance analysis
• Ensure effective resource management in line with contractual hours, Working Time Directive (WTD) and EU Drivers' Hours legislation
• Liaise closely with Transport Planners to ensure schedules are achievable, compliant and cost‑effective
• Manage relationships with approved third‑party hauliers to ensure service standards and cost control
• Investigate complaints and non‑conformances within agreed timescales
• Maintain accurate records and system data (including Tachomaster, Paragon, Fleetboard, Integrum, SAP and TUS)
• Support the Transport Manager with O Licence administration and OCRS management

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