Transport Controller

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Posted 2 days ago, valid for 7 days

Gloucester, Gloucestershire GL12EH, England

£30,000 - £36,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Transport Controller responsible for transport and business insights across multiple sites.
The role involves planning and logistics management, requiring on-site work during a day shift rotation with 24/7 on-call coverage.
Key responsibilities include effective scheduling of vehicles and staff, fleet management, and resolving transportation issues promptly.
Candidates must have previous experience in logistics, planning, coordination, or a controller role, and will undergo a full security clearance process.
The position offers a competitive salary, which should be included in the application along with your CV.

We are looking for a hands on Transport Controller, you'll own the transport and business insight for the operation travelling between multiple other sites & locations. Planning & logistics management in advance & on during transit.Working on site on a day shift rotation (Can be discussed & example plan shared) On call/operational coverage requirement 24/7.Responsibilities:

Effective scheduling of vehicles & staff, for all deliveries & returns - in line with the contracted service delivery requirements.

Appropriate resource management including; fleet management & staffing levels.
All actions & communications must support staff & business requirements
Ability to resolve problems and issues as a result of transportation issues in a quick & timely manner.
Ability to identify & escalate any potential incidents for the operation.
To create a positive working environment dealing effectively with any & all transportation issues & problems, providing support when required.
Responsible for communicating accurate information to staff & peers

Required:

Previous experience within logistics, planning, coordination or controller role.
Any successful new member of the team will be required to pass a full security and vetting clearance process.

For further information please feel free to apply to the position with your CV and salary information and we will get back to you.

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