Transport Consultant

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Are you ready to shape the future of renewable energy transport? Collett and Sons Ltd has an exciting Transport Consultant role!</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location: Bradford, BD12 0QY</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Salary: Competitive</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Type: Full-time</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:00, with occasional overtime and weekend working as required</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">About Us:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Collett and Sons Ltd is a successful family-owned transport specialist with a national and international reputation. Operating for decades, we provide general haulage, heavy transport, heavy lift, marine and consulting services across multiple sectors. We are world-renowned for delivering wind turbine components and abnormal load movements in the renewable energy industry. The company holds ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO27001 and ISO45001 certification.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Transport Consultant - The Role:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working within our expanding Consulting division, you will report directly to the Consulting Manager. This varied role combines site-based surveying, CAD design work, and direct client liaison. You will assess routes for abnormal load transport movements, primarily wind turbine and renewable energy components, across the UK and occasionally Europe. The role requires site visits, route planning, topographical surveys and desktop studies using industry-standard tools.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Transport Consultant - 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>Create route assessment reports and audits using CAD software for swept path analysis</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>Carry out land-based surveying using calibrated instruments and conduct topographical surveys</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>Design and review loading and transport methods using 2D and 3D AutoCAD</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 directly with clients, drivers, local authorities and site contractors</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>Undertake desktop studies using online mapping tools and attend trial runs once competent</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 routes for delivery of out-of-gauge components including wind turbine and renewable energy equipment</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Transport Consultant - You:</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>Qualified to A Level standard or equivalent, with knowledge of transport, engineering or surveying standards</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>Experienced with CDM regulations and proficient in 2D and 3D AutoCAD</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>Self-motivated, well-organised team player with excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail</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>Possess good mechanical or civil engineering knowledge</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>Hold a valid UK driving licence and passport for UK and European travel</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Benefits:</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>28 days holiday per year including bank holidays, plus holiday purchase scheme</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>Company pension scheme contributions</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>Company Sick Pay scheme</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>Professional development and CPD provided after completion of probationary period</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>Opportunity to work with a market-leading organisation on cutting-edge renewable energy projects</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">To submit your CV for this exciting Transport Consultant opportunity, click Apply today</p>