Transport Operator

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78Job Description:

Traffic Operator

At 1 to 1 Transport, our mission is to simplify the transport industry by taking things back to basics, and making sure our customers remain our number 1 priority, which is the reason for our continued success. We offer our customers a first class Transport & Logistics solution, with unrivalled customer service, with communication to match.

Our highly motivated team will always go above and beyond to ensure we deliver the best possible experience to our customers, by ensuring that goods are moved on time, every time.

As the company continues to grow, we are looking for a Transport Operator to enhance our team, who will possess the same level of ambition, drive and determination to succeed.

The successful candidate will be hard-working, have a good eye for detail, and will also demonstrate problem solving and decision making under pressure. Excellent communication skills are a must, both verbally and electronically, as well as the ability to be proactive, to use your own initiative, and to work well in a team environment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Planning and routing a traffic sheet to maximise profitability on vehicles
• Dealing with drivers on a daily basis
• Dealing with subcontractors on a daily basis
• Dealing with customers on a daily basis
• Communicating with ports on a daily basis
• Booking Vehicle Booking Slots for entry into UK ports
• Using a Transport Management System
• Communicating with drivers for ETA’s and making sure they are on time
• Checking all PODS are matched up with all the correct jobs on the system
   

We are looking for candidates to apply who have the following:

• Previous experience as a Transport Operator, but not essential
• Confident and clear communicator – written and verbal
• Must be happy to do on call as part of a team
• Excellent UK geographical knowledge
• Can work on own initiative
• Quick and efficient problem solving skills
• Organised at all times
• Flexibility to meet the demands of the business

Why work for 1 to 1 Transport?

• Competitive salary (dependant on experience)
• Annual salary review
• Annual bonus review
• 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays on top
• Private Medical Insurance enrollment
• Company Pension Scheme
• Comfortable working environment

Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (Additional hours may be required)

If you feel that you would like to be part of our busy and vibrant team, and have the necessary experience to do so, then we would love to hear from you.

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk