Location
Dover
Industry sector
Transport, Logistics
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
03/11/2025
Posted date
02/10/2025
Closing date
23/10/2025
We are working with a leading logistics organisation in the Dover area, who are seeking a Transport and Warehouse Coordinator, permanently.
This is an on-site role working full time - 08:00am to 18:00pm Monday to Friday, with alternating Saturdays 08:00am to 16:00pm (in place of Mondays).
Offering a competitive salary, 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), company pension, a modern working space, and free on-site parking.
Duties & Responsibilities:
* Liaise with Operations Team and communicate effectively with HGV Drivers.
* Assist with the preparation of Driver timesheets and expenses.
* Prepare Tachograph reports and assist the Transport Manager with driver sign off.
* Review vehicle inspection sheets for damage.
* Daily interaction with our Workshop, monitoring repairs, ensuring vehicles are presented in good time for maintenance inspection and reporting defects.
* Deputising for the Transport or Site manager.
* Preparing and distributing a daily trailer location report.
* Collating and distributing customs documentation for our drivers.
* Managing freight into and out of our warehouse.
* Preparing and distributing a daily summary spreadsheet of freight in the warehouse.
* Inspect our fleet of trucks inside and prepare detailed reports illustrating damage or mechanical issues (this function is performed on a Saturday only).
Essential Requirements:
* Experience of working in a Transport/Logistics company.
* A Forklift licence may also be an advantage (training available for the right candidate).
* IT literate with strong organisational skills.
* Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
* A professional, positive and helpful attitude.
* Ambitious with a desire to succeed.
* Presentable, energetic and enthusiastic.
Please note this position is only suitable for candidates who are already able to live and work in the UK without restriction.
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