Trainee Transport Operator

Belfast, NIR, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Closing Date: 14th August 2025, 5 pm


Ref: TTO/07/25


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Salary: To be discussed
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Location: Duncrue Street, Belfast

Permanent / Full time Position (40/hrs per week)




Hours 08.30am - 5.30 pm, Monday to Friday




Location: Duncrue Street, Belfast (however due to the nature of the post, the successful candidate must be willing to travel to other sites (

transport will be provided

), as and when required.





We are looking to appoint a

Trainee

Transport Operator

to join our busy Transport team. The ideal candidate must have a genuine interest in developing a career in Transport and enjoy working with people.



Reporting to the Transport Supervisor, the Trainee Transport Operator will progress through a customised training plan, mentored by experienced members of our team. You will be given the opportunity to learn new skills with the aim of successfully integrating into the business as a permanent Trainee Transport Operator within an 18-24-month period. Salary will be reviewed in line with successful completion of development milestones.




As you progress through your training plan, the key Duties and Responsibilities are:




Scheduling & Rescheduling Ad-Hoc or Missed Collections requests Assist in Holiday Rescheduling to ensure maximum route efficiency Actioning Driver or Customer Queries in a timely manner Compiling Daily / Weekly KPI Reports Provide Weighbridge Cover when necessary Daily Handover with PM Staff Daily Debrief with all Drivers & Helpers Daily Routine Checks on Weighing Equipment Route Monitoring to ensure customer SLAs are adhered to Liaising with crews to ensure route completion Adhere to all Health & Safety policies and procedures Be flexible in undertaking the duties and responsibilities attached to your role and carry out any other reasonable tasks as required by the Company

Essential Criteria




Strong geographical knowledge of Northern Ireland Can work independently and enjoys working as part of a team Confident communicator with good communication skills (both written and verbal) Excellent attention to detail Excellent organisational/administrative skills IT literate - competent in Microsoft office suite in particular Excel Flexible approach to working hours including working weekends and Bank Holidays Valid UK Driving licence as will be required to provide Weighbridge cover at Portadown site, as and when required.

Desirable Criteria




Previous experience working within the Transport Sector Previous weighbridge experience

T

he successful candidate must be able to provide documentation to verify their right to work in the UK


What We Offer!




Competitive salary Annual Discretionary bonus scheme, subject to the achievement of agreed KPI's for a respective year Opportunities for personal growth and development Eligible for Company Sick pay and DIS benefit after one years' continuous service Eligible for Private Healthcare Scheme / Cash Health Benefit scheme (upon successful completion of probation) 33 days annual leave including Bank holidays Company pension scheme Excellent location outside of Belfast City Centre, with free onsite parking






We are an Equal Opportunities Employer


How to Apply?


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If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete the Company application form, outlining how you meet the criteria and return by EMAIL to recruitment@riverridge.co.uk before 14th August 2025, 5 pm.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3486828
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Belfast, NIR, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned