Transportation Coordinator

Location: Higher Hurdsfield

Transport Co-ordinator

Location:

Macclesfield – SK10

Salary: £26,000–£29,000 DOE

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm

About the Role

We are looking for an organised, proactive and detail-oriented Transport Co-ordinator to support the Transport Supervisor and wider transport team in maintaining high standards of transport compliance and operational efficiency.

This is a varied role combining transport administration, compliance monitoring, fleet coordination and delivery planning. You will help ensure that vehicles, drivers and transport documentation meet the required standards, while supporting the smooth and cost-effective running of daily transport operations.

You will assist with route planning, vehicle allocation, driver compliance and daily debriefs, using transport planning technology to maximise efficiency and maintain excellent customer service. You will also provide cover for the Transport Supervisor when required.

We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with a strong administration background, excellent planning and organisational skills, and some experience of compliance or working within structured procedures. Previous transport experience would be advantageous, but we are also interested in individuals with transferable skills who are keen to learn and develop within a transport environment.

Key Responsibilities

Transport Compliance & Administration

Maintain accurate transport compliance records, documentation and databases.

Monitor Operator Licence requirements and support ongoing compliance.

Track vehicle inspections, MOTs, servicing schedules and preventative maintenance.

Review daily vehicle defect reports, ensuring repairs are actioned, recorded and completed appropriately.

Ensure transport policies and procedures are communicated, followed and consistently applied.

Maintain records in line with legal, statutory and internal requirements.

Support internal and external compliance audits, regulatory inspections and investigations.

Help ensure health and safety, environmental and legal requirements are met across transport operations.
Driver Compliance

Monitor driver licence checks, Driver CPC requirements and qualification records.

Ensure tachograph downloads are completed and reviewed within required timescales.

Assist with investigating driver infringements and ensuring appropriate follow-up actions are completed.

Support driver inductions and ongoing compliance training.

Conduct thorough daily driver debriefs, capturing feedback and ensuring any issues are followed up promptly.
Fleet & Delivery Planning

Assist with the planning and scheduling of deliveries, routes, vehicles and drivers.

Support the preparation of transport route plans and van load plans.

Use Max Optra planning software to help optimise vehicle utilisation, delivery schedules and operational efficiency.

Liaise with fleet providers, workshops and maintenance suppliers regarding vehicle maintenance and compliance.

Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure transport commitments are met and customer service remains a priority.
Reporting & Administration

Produce weekly and monthly transport compliance reports.

Maintain transport management systems and compliance databases.

Analyse compliance data, identify potential risks and highlight areas requiring action.

Communicate compliance updates to operational teams and management.

Support the Transport Supervisor with day-to-day transport operations and provide cover when required.

About You

We would love to hear from candidates who are highly organised, methodical and take pride in producing accurate work. You may have experience in transport or logistics, or you may be working in a general

administration or coordination role and looking for an opportunity to develop your…