Traffic Operator

Job Title: Traffic Operator
Location: Hartlepool
Salary: 30,000 - 35,000
Benefits: Competitive benefits package, including career development opportunities and a supportive team environment.

The Company:

Are you an experienced Traffic Operator looking for an exciting opportunity with a growing company? Our client is an industry leader in transport and logistics, offering excellent career prospects and a dynamic working environment. They are committed to operational excellence, compliance, and fostering a positive team culture. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and have a passion for transport operations, this could be the role for you!

Job Description:

As a Traffic Operator, you will play a vital role in the daily management of regional transport operations. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies, scheduling fleet maintenance, managing driver activities, and overseeing transport office administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Scheduling and overseeing all regional fleet maintenance.

• Ensuring depot facilities are maintained and operational.

• Managing daily driver activities, including briefings and debriefings.

• Administering vehicle defect rectifications in compliance with legal requirements.

• Providing out-of-hours transport support as part of a roster.

• Monitoring driver compliance and ensuring adherence to regulations.

• Handling transport office operations, including call handling and vehicle breakdown recovery.

• Acting as a liaison between regional drivers and central business functions.

Skills & Experience Required:

To be successful as a Traffic Operator, you will need:

• Strong planning and project management skills.

• Excellent time management and the ability to work under pressure.

• Strong IT skills to support planning and administration.

• The ability to motivate and engage a team while ensuring regulatory compliance.

• A good understanding of transport regulations, compliance, and best practices.

• Experience in analysing data and providing reports for informed decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• CPC in Transport Management.

• Level 3 Supervisory Management (ILM or CMI).

• Previous experience in liquid fuel distribution or transport operations.

Why Should You Apply?

• Be part of a respected and growing organisation.

• Opportunity to develop and progress in a key Traffic Operator role.

• Work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you're an experienced Traffic Operator looking for your next challenge, apply today and take the next step in your career!