Transport Coordinator

Hull (HU7)
Up to £30,000 per year

AQUMEN Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Coordinator to join a well-established manufacturing and logistics operation based in Hull (HU7).

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong transport planning and compliance experience who enjoys taking ownership of a transport function and ensuring deliveries run smoothly, safely, and efficiently.

This is a hands-on, working coordinator role, where you will play a key part in managing the day-to-day transport operation while ensuring full compliance with UK transport legislation.

The Role

As Transport Coordinator, you will be responsible for the planning and coordination of a small fleet delivering products locally and across the UK.

Working closely with the Transport & Logistics Manager, you will ensure deliveries are carried out safely, efficiently, and “right first time”, while maintaining full compliance with Operator's Licence requirements and transport regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Transport Planning & Operations

Create and manage daily and weekly transport plans

Schedule both local and UK-wide deliveries

Allocate vehicles and drivers to meet operational requirements

Monitor vehicle utilisation and route performance

Respond quickly to operational issues or delivery changes

Compliance & Legal Responsibility

Ensure full compliance with Operator's Licence requirements

Monitor and manage:

Driver hours regulations

Tachograph downloads and analysis

Working Time Directive compliance

ESDAL requirements

Maintain accurate and up-to-date compliance records

Ensure vehicles are maintained in line with service schedules and defect reporting

Conduct driver licence checks and maintain driver compliance files

Support internal and external audits and inspections

Driver & Team Management

Manage and support a team of drivers

Conduct driver briefings and debriefings

Promote and maintain a safety-first culture

Monitor driver performance and address issues promptly

Ensure delivery quality standards are clearly understood and met

Support driver development and training where required

Delivery Quality - “Right First Time”

Liaise with internal teams to ensure loads are accurate and ready for dispatch

Confirm delivery requirements and schedules

Reduce delivery errors, returns, and damage

Investigate delivery issues and implement corrective actions

Administration & Reporting

Maintain transport records and documentation

Produce operational and compliance reports when required

Manage delivery paperwork

Assist with fuel monitoring and cost control

Support continuous improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

Transport Manager CPC qualification (National minimum)

Proven experience in a transport or logistics environment

Strong knowledge of:

Driver hours regulations

Tachograph systems

Operator Licence compliance

UK transport legislation

ESDAL

Experience managing or supervising drivers

Excellent organisational and planning skills

Strong administrative and documentation skills

Confident communicator with strong problem-solving ability

IT competent (transport systems, spreadsheets, and email)

Personal Attributes

Highly organised with strong attention to detail

Calm and effective under pressure

Proactive and solution-focused

Strong leadership presence

Committed to maintaining high compliance and safety standards

Why Apply?

Competitive salary up to £30,000

Opportunity to take ownership of a transport operation

Work within a stable and growing logistics environment

A role where compliance, organisation, and leadership skills are valued

Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy