Job Description

Job Ref
VTFNET00445
City:
Northampton
Department
Contract Logistics
Status
Full Time
Type
Permanent
Transport Operator


Northampton, Northamptonshire




The Company




Yusen Logistics is working to become the world's preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities - through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we're dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world's preferred choice.




We are now looking for a Transport Operator at our panattoni park site (NN7 4DE) to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis, The shift pattern for this role 13:00 - 21:30. With a Salary of 29,536.38




The Position holder will be Responsible for actioning the daily transport delivery and collection plan. Reacting in the necessary manner to overcome any operational issues that may arise through the course of the day and being proactive to ensure impact is minimalised. Communicating issues to the relevant contracts and ensuring that the transport operation meets its service levels.




The Benefits


Salary of 29,536.38 25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays) and 5 days Volunteer Leave per year Opportunity for Unpaid Leave Free Eye Test
Employee Referral Scheme Cycle to Work scheme Critical Illness Cover Free online Fitness Platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition On Site Mental health First Aiders Employee benefits i.e., Free eye test, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service Tailored development and career opportunities Health cash Plan


This is an excellent opportunity for a transport operator with route planning and customer service experience to join us as we follow our goal of becoming the world's preferred logistics company.




You'll have the chance to enhance your professional experience and career profile by joining our international company boasting a great reputation for efficiency and excellent service.




Through our fantastic training and development programmes, we will support you to fulfil your potential and achieve your professional goals!




So, if you want to step into an engaging role with our world-class company, apply today!




The Role




As a Transport Operator, you will support the smooth transportation of orders to customers by co-ordinating deliveries and collections from our Panattoni park site




Reporting to the Transport Supervisor, you will co-ordinate customer deliveries and meet their requests, liaising promptly and efficiently with drivers to ensure they are fulfilled.




You will also perform driver pre-briefs and debriefs, recording all abnormalities and updating paperwork, ensuring that any concerns, issues or variances to instructions are immediately communicated to your line manager.




Additionally, you will:




Ensure all health and safety and transport mandatory procedures are adhered to Actively support in audit work and KPI monitoring



About You




To be considered as a Transport Operator, you will need:




Experience in a Transport Operator role Route planning experience An understanding of transport procedures including WTD and EU Driver regulations An understanding of fleet management, including maintenance and servicing Excellent communication and customer service skills



Other organisations may call this role Transport Operative, Logistics Operative, Resource Planner, Transport Planner, Operations Controller, or Logistics Co-ordinator.




Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential.