Transport Coordinator

Transport Coordinator
Widnes | Full Time | Temp to Perm
Salary: £27,000 per annum
We are recruiting on behalf of a trusted client, for a Transport Coordinator to join their busy Widnes operation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing business where you will play a key role in ensuring daily collections and logistics run smoothly and efficiently.
This role would suit someone with previous transport or fleet coordination experience who enjoys planning, problem-solving, and working in a fast-paced operational environment.

The Role
You will support the day-to-day running of the transport function, ensuring collections and deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with compliance standards. You will coordinate drivers, vehicles, and routes while acting as a central point of contact for operational queries.

Key Responsibilities
 
* Plan daily routes and vehicle schedules
 
* Allocate drivers and manage workloads
 
* Monitor driver hours and ensure compliance
 
* Conduct daily driver debriefs
 
* Coordinate fleet servicing, inspections, and MOTs
 
* Manage vehicle defects and maintenance systems
 
* Liaise with customers and internal teams to resolve queries
 
* Ensure health and safety and Operator Licence compliance
 
* Support smooth inbound and outbound transport operations
About You
 
* Previous experience in a transport or fleet coordination/planning role
 
* Knowledge of driver hours and transport compliance
 
* Route planning or multi-drop scheduling experience
 
* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
 
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
 
* Ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure
 
* Proactive, reliable, and team-focused approach
What’s on Offer
 
* full-time position, potential for it to be a permanent role
 
* Stable and growing business
 
* Supportive working environment
 
* Opportunities for development within transport and supply chain