Job Description

About the Role

Barnes Logistics is one of the UK's leading providers of logistical support. We have 5 sites nationwide, a fleet of over 90 vehicles, and 120+ employees. This role is based in our Wardle depot.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and proactive Transport Coordinator to join our day team. The right candidate will be organised and personable, with the drive and determination to help us reach our goals for continued growth, efficiency, and improvement.

It is an exciting time to join Barnes. In return for your reliability and commitment, we will offer support, loyalty and investment in the development of your skills and experience.

Responsibilities

To contribute to all aspects of day-to-day transport operations. Working flexibly with the team and under the guidance of the Transport Supervisor and management team. Sourcing backloads Answering incoming calls from drivers, colleagues and customers in a helpful and professional manner. Driver management, including briefing and debriefing, driver training, meetings and reviews. Compliance administration e.g. booking servicing, monitoring infringements / defects, and driver hours management. Daily administration e.g. scanning and checking proof of deliveries (PODs), adding jobs onto the system, and general admin. A flexible and supportive approach to responsibilities, including a willingness to cover and help out with ad hoc duties as and when required. Commuting as and when required e.g. to other Barnes sites, to transport drivers to nearby service sites to collect company lorries. Driving company vehicles as and when required.

Requirements

Clean driving licence essential. 1-2 years' experience desirable. GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 preferable. An awareness of transport planning and compliance would be advantageous. Strong organisational skills. Strong IT skills e.g. Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook. Supportive and helpful team player. Motivated and proactive. Willingness to learn. Ability to remain calm and organised under pressure. Experience of using transport management systems desirable but not essential.

Benefits

A generous starting salary of between 30,000-32,000, dependent on experience. 28 days paid holiday per annum, increasing up to 33 days with length of service. The successful candidate will work in a hardworking, ambitious and progressive team with highly experienced and skilled transport leadership. We have a varied and interesting operation and customer base. Due to the huge strides, we are making in our sector, it is a very exciting time to join our team!

Shift Pattern

Monday-Friday, 08:00-17:00 Flexibility and occasional shift cover required.

Early applications are strongly encouraged as the advert will close once sufficient applications have been received.

Barnes Logistics Ltd is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer.

Transport planner, Transport coordinator, transport co-ordinator, logistics coordinator, transport team coordinator, fleet coordinator, depot coordinator, depot department coordinator, transport shift coordinator, operations coordinator, transport supervisor, transport shift supervisor

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,000.00-32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

transport office: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

car licence (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 23/05/2025