Job Description

Tong Engineering is a well-established, fourth-generation engineering business with a long-standing reputation as one of the world's leading manufacturers of high-quality vegetable and waste handling equipment. Operating from state-of-the-art, purpose-built manufacturing facilities on the edge of Spilsby, Lincolnshire, Tong Engineering manufactures advanced solutions for the UK and worldwide vegetable and waste handling industries. The company is driven by an innate vision for growth and innovation, with a commitment to nurturing a skilled workforce being at the heart of the company's success.

Key Responsibilities :

Liaising with the production team and transport contractors/suppliers to coordinate and schedule the delivery of completed machinery and parts to customers in the UK and worldwide, to ensure that deliveries reach customers on time. Communicating with customers to provide updates on the progress of deliveries. Handling all documentation relating to the despatch of equipment to customers, ensuring adherence to all relevant transport regulations, laws, and safety standards, and HMRC regulations. Liaising with the expediting and production teams to plan collections and deliveries to/from suppliers. Managing the fleet of commercial vehicles and Company cars to ensure that vehicle maintenance and repairs, MOTs, and licencing is attended to when required, and that all documentation is in order, to avoid unnecessary downtime. Liaising with suppliers to ensure forklift trucks are serviced and maintained; ensuring all documentation is up to date; and obtaining quotes for repairs and forklift truck rentals/purchases. General administration and support - including managing fuel cards; maintaining accurate records of transport activities, transactions and fuel consumption; arranging operational planning meetings, and taking and distributing minutes; liaising with the finance team to ensure all freight charges are processed; and providing any other administrative support that may be required.

When you work at Tong Engineering you get to:

Work for a local family business, established for over 90 years, where employees are valued as individuals. Play a part in a forward-thinking engineering company that is dedicated to manufacturing custom-built solutions that make a real difference to our customers. Work in a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds, with the latest production processes and modern employee facilities. Be part of a friendly team, working together to manufacture equipment destined for the UK and export markets. Join a company that is committed to building strong relationships with customers, suppliers, business partners and employees. Work for a company that values a strong work ethic and offers potential to develop and grow your career across multiple departments.

Candidate Requirements :

Self-starter with good organisational skills. Attention to detail. The ability to identify and resolve issues relating to transport and fleet operations. The ability to work well with others as part of a team. Good communication and customer service skills. Previous experience in a similar role. Knowledge of import/export regulations, relevant transport laws, and fleet regulations. UK Driving Licence. Must be resident in the UK, and have the right to live and work in the UK, without the need for VISA sponsorship.

Benefits

:

Company pension fund. Life Insurance cover. 25 days holiday + 8 paid bank holidays per year. Enhanced sick leave benefits. Free and secure on-site parking.

Normal Work Hours :

Monday to Friday (40 hours per week).

Closing Date for Applications: 10 August 2025

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 29,500.00-30,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Experience:

use of international Inco terms and import/export : 1 year (required) transport/logistics administration: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person