Transport Coordinator

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Transport Coordinator</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location: Reading</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Type: Permanent | Fully in the office</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">About the Role</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are hiring for a Transport Coordinator who will be working with an established and growing business operating across the events, TV and film sectors, providing temporary accommodation, welfare facilities and modular solutions for major events and productions across the UK.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is a key role within the depot, responsible for coordinating the movement of equipment and units to and from customer sites, ensuring deliveries and collections are planned efficiently, cost-effectively and to the required service standards.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">You will work closely with customers, project managers, the depot and operations teams, transport providers and subcontractors to ensure every deployment runs smoothly from initial planning through to final collection.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Key Responsibilities</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Coordinate the delivery and collection of equipment, units and welfare facilities across the UK.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Plan transport requirements around customer schedules, event dates and project deadlines.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Liaise with hauliers, drivers, subcontractors and transport providers to arrange suitable vehicles and movements.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Coordinate delivery and collection schedules with the depot and project teams.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ensure transport bookings are accurate, cost-effective and completed within agreed timescales.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Maintain clear and accurate transport schedules and documentation.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Monitor deliveries and collections, resolving any issues or delays quickly.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Communicate with customers and internal teams regarding delivery requirements and changes.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ensure drivers and subcontractors have the correct information and site requirements.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Help maximise vehicle and fleet utilisation while keeping transport costs under control.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Support the wider depot and operations team with day-to-day planning and coordination.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Assist with resolving logistical issues and last-minute changes in a fast-moving environment.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ensure all transport activities are carried out safely and in line with company procedures and relevant legislation.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Build strong working relationships with suppliers, hauliers and subcontractors.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Support continuous improvement of transport and logistics processes.</span></li>

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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">About You</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are looking for someone with experience in transport coordination, logistics, fleet management, hire, events or a similar operational environment.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The ideal candidate will have:</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Previous experience in transport, logistics, fleet or operational coordination.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Strong planning and organisational skills.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Experience coordinating deliveries, collections or vehicle movements.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with customers, suppliers and subcontractors.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate schedules and records.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Good commercial awareness, particularly around transport costs and efficiency.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>The ability to prioritise and manage multiple jobs simultaneously.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A practical, solutions-focused approach to problem solving.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office</span></li>

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