Transport Operator

FelixstowePermanent | Full-Time£34,000 to £44,000 + Excellent Benefits

Are you an organised, confident and proactive Transport Operator looking to take the next step in your logistics career? We’re working with a leading national transport and distribution business seeking a motivated individual to join their busy operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys coordinating day-to-day fleet activity.

What’s on Offer

This employer offers an attractive package and a supportive working environment, including:

• Competitive salary with opportunity for annual review
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee wellbeing support
• Modern operational facilities and technology
• Excellent prospects for progression within a rapidly growing organisation

The Role: Key Responsibilities

As a Transport Operator, you will play a key role in the smooth running of daily transport operations. Your duties will include:

• Coordinating day-to-day vehicle and driver activity across a busy transport network
• Assigning jobs, planning driver workloads and supporting efficient route execution
• Monitoring vehicle progress throughout the shift and addressing issues proactively
• Liaising with drivers, depots, customers and third-party partners to maintain service standards
• Ensuring compliance with driver hours, transport legislation and company policies
• Maintaining accurate records, completing system updates, and supporting reporting tasks
• Working closely with the wider operations team to minimise delays and maximise fleet utilisation

About You

We’re keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:

• Experience in a transport office, logistics coordination or a similar operational role
• Strong communication skills and confidence when dealing with drivers and customers
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise under pressure
• Good IT skills, including the use of transport systems and Microsoft Office
• A positive, flexible approach to problem-solving in a fast-moving environment
• Good geographical knowledge and an understanding of commercial transport operations

Experience within container logistics, general haulage or intermodal operations is highly desirable but not essential.

Apply Today

If you're ready to join a forward-thinking logistics organisation where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.