Transport Controller

Company Description Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) is a leading ambient transport and logistics business, providing services to many of the UKs best known brands across core consumer and retail sectors. Extended network services are also provided to support all your transport needs including European, Ports, & Rail. At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspiredJob Description Reporting to the Transport Manager, the Transport/Driver Controller will effectively maintain the transport operation and day to day business whilst observing company process and procedures within the Transport operate and deliver the transport service based on the plan liaison and key point of contact for all day-to-day transport activities. Salary:€37,740 per annum. Working hours: 4 on 4 off days, 05.00-16.00 Key Duties of a Transport Controller: Follow and adhere to the Transport Plan daily, adapting and making changes to suit the business needs. Collect data and maintain transport information and data as required by operation. Accurate and timely updating of transport information within the transport management System. Liaising daily with personnel across the operation (Drivers & Transport Manager). When required - brief and debrief Drivers at the start and end of shift ensuring information is accurate and up to date. Collate PODs and check discrepancies, manage paperwork queries with Customer Service Liaise with Customer regarding delivery issues. Adhere to legal compliance and company procedure regarding any defects, services, NCTs, etc. Maintaining clear and effective communication with drivers, communicating accurate start times, additional shifts, etc. Maintaining good morale, reporting any drivers issues or concerns to management. In turn, communicating any operational changes that may affect a drivers daily duties. When required, to ensure flexibility within the department to cover colleagues tasks during times of holidays & absence. To adhere to the Culina company values & support company initiatives. Qualifications Previous experience in a similar role within an FMCG environment. Have a good working knowledge within a Warehouse and Logistics operation. Great knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety. The ability to motivate and manage a large team. Effectively prioritise work load in order to meet set deadlines. Attention to detail and accuracy. Computer Literate in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook. Strong and effective communicator at all levels. Be proactive and able to make decisions. Work and communicate effectively across multi functional depts. The ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure. Additional Information As part of our drive to makeStobarta great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers. Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives. Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include: Annual Leave -16 days plus the normal bank holidays. Pension - 5% employee and 5% employer contribution. Life Assurance - x2. Wellness - Via our Employee Assistance Programmewe offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year. Eye Care Vouchers We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses. Reward & Recognition We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via referral bonus', special recognition and long service awards. Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to 100's of retailer discounts for everyday savings If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam Skills: Transport logistics