Company Description

Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) is a leading ambient transport and logistics business, providing services to many of the UK’s best known brands across core consumer and retail sectors

At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

We looking for an experienced Transport professional to supervise the operation based at our Rugby Depot. This role will oversee the transport plans, meet customer demand and supervise transport planners to achieve SLA's.

Working hours: Sunday to Thursday, 08.00-18.00

Salary: £26,769 per annum

Key Duties of a Transport Coordinator:

Working in collaboration with the Transport Manager the role is responsible for the day to day operation of the site and driver workforce, ensuring:

Delivery of the organisational requirements relating to drivers, depot and yard staffAttendance and coordination of first line HR matters relating to depot and driver workforce in conjunction with Transport ManagerStandards of maintenance of company assets and the depot are deliveredSupport to the Transport Manger in delivering continuous improvement initiatives through effective data analysis and communicationTake ownership for identifying issues and seeks to provide resolutionsResponsibility for the reporting and escalation of vehicle and trailer defects to the fleet department and any key stakeholdersCompleting daily risk assessments of the yard and office by undertaking a depot walk aroundWorking Time Directive for the driver workforce to maintain depot legal complianceRecording and following through DVSA stopsPro-active coordination of driver CPC records, ensuring compliance is supported via internal training provisionUpkeep of depot vehicle allocation including decom, additions and relocationsVOR notificationDriver holiday request submissionsInvolved and takes ownership for carrying out D&G and first stage investigationsEnsuring all personnel files are up to date incorporating licence validation, personal details, completed trainingValidating all weekly expense claims from drivers and prepare them for authorisation Ensuring all training needs are met for drivers (including inductions, re-training, SSW and annual appraisals)Administering the vehicle and trailer maintenance programme, (including servicing, MOTs, VOR, weekly cab checks and maintaining all records)Carrying out accident investigation and follow upPromote company Health & Safety and employment policies within the transport operation.Collaboratively work with and take ownership for site along with the Transport Manager to ensure audit KPI’s are metEnsuring all personnel files are up to date incorporating licence validation, personal details, completed training.Supervising the debrief process ensuring driver vehicle checks, WTD, pallets, signatures and PODs are correctly dealt with.

QualificationsTransport experience in FMCG environment.Excellent communication skills in order to deliver accurate information.The ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure.Able to work as part of a team or individually.Be professional, approachable and helpful to ensure smooth running of the general operation.Knowledge & experience of tachograph / driving rules and regulations.Attention to detail / accuracy.Good IT skills including Microsoft office packages.Effectively prioritise workload in order to meet set deadlines.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Stobart a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

Annual Leave – 28 days inclusive of bank holidays.Pension - Contribution of 5% employee and 3% employer.Wellness - Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via referral bonus', special recognition and long service awards.Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!Fitness - Your wellbeing is important to us and being active is a great way to keep your body and your mind health. We have partnered with PureGym so you can save money on a no contract membership.

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!