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Traffic Operator - Position Overview
Our client is a market-leading provider of integrated road and rail freight logistics, delivering a wide range of services including container transport and storage, domestic distribution, warehousing, freight management, and truck sales.
We're currently recruiting for a Traffic Operator to join their busy depot in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-established logistics company, working Monday to Friday, with 1 in every 4 Saturdays required.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate multiple drivers on a daily basis
- Liaise directly with UK ports to book delivery slots
- Use the TOPS transport system to record drivers' start and finish times
- Monitor ETAs and ensure timely deliveries
- Reroute jobs efficiently when necessary
- Ensure all PODs (Proof of Deliveries) are accurately matched with corresponding jobs in the system
- Communicate with customers regarding potential delays and delivery updates
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Traffic Operator - essential
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong geographical knowledge of the UK
- Able to work independently and take initiative
- Quick thinking and effective problem-solving abilities
- Highly organised and detail-focused
- Willingness to be flexible to meet business demands
Remuneration & Benefits
- Salary: £34,000 - £38,000 (dependent on experience)
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 06:00-16:00 or 09:00-19:00
- 1 in 4 Saturdays - 06:00-12:00
- Annual salary review (discretionary)
- Annual bonus (discretionary)
- 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays from day one
- Life assurance - 3x salary from day one (up to age 66)
- Exclusive discounts on MSC cruises for you, your family, and friends
- Maritime Weekly Lottery - weekly chance to win £1,000 net
- Group personal pension plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunity to join a highly reputable, market-leading logistics business
About Streamline Search
Streamline Search is a specialist technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex, operating throughout the UK. We are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you consent to us processing your data and contacting you regarding this role.
