Co-Ordinator - Plant and Transport
DJT Surfacing Ltd
Bedford
Full-time
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Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organised and detail\-oriented Plant and Transport Co\-Ordinator \- to assist the smooth running of the Operations department. The successful candidate will be responsible for the hiring, allocation and scheduling of plant, equipment and transport resources across multiple projects ensuring efficient utilisation.
Strong communication, planning and administrative skills are essential, along with the ability to work closely with site teams, suppliers and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered safely and effectively.
Duties
- Co\-Ordinate daily allocation of vehicles to projects ensuring transport schedules meet operational demands
- Schedule servicing, inspections and repair of all vehicle and plant (inclusive of lifting chains and slings) to ensure legal and safety standards are met, keeping documentation up to date and accurate
- Maintain accurate records of all plant and transport assets in folders and on VISION. Monitoring usage, availability and location of equipment
- Assist Operations Co\-Ordinator as required
- Maintain RHA database keeping information accurate and up to date
- Log plant and vehicle defects daily and arrange for any defects identified to be rectified, constantly checking progress until rectified.
- Respond to urgent or last\-minute requests regarding plant and vehicles efficiently ensuring best outcome
- Arrange hire or off hire of external plant as required to ensure operations run efficiently and to schedule.
- Manage and raise Purchase Orders/ Advanced Purchase Orders for plant and vehicle hire ensuring that these have been sent to the relevant hire company
- Answer incoming telephone calls, dealing with any queries, determining customer requirements and directing the call where appropriate
- Monitor and process waste transfer notes, ensuring timely distribution to clients taking appropriate action for missing waste transfer notes
- Managing download and secure storage of driver and vehicle tachograph data inline with legal compliance requirements
- Manage monthly CAT downloads, liaising with operatives and adding readings to correct folder
- Assist the Transport Manager with duties and requirements as necessary
- Assist with providing relevant information required to successfully pass FORS/ ISO Audits / RHA Monitoring
- Collate monthly vehicle mileage records for servicing and maintenance purposes taking appropriate action for missing mileage reports
- Collect and record monthly standpipe reading from machine gang and ensure these are sent to the relevant water company
- Liasing with material testing companies to obtain reports and ensure timely distribution to clients
- Track fuel usage through completion of monthly fuel analysis spreadsheet
- Assist with providing relevant information required to successfully pass FORS/ ISO Audits / RHA Monitoring
- Update company information on MID as and when required to ensure we remain legally compliant
- Provide cover for programme of works as and when required
- Proven experience with plant and transportation (preferably within the construction industry).
- Proficient in data entry with high attention to detail; typing skills are essential.
- Effective communication skills, including phone etiquette for liaising with external partners.
- Organised with the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast\-paced environment.
- Strong organisational skills complemented by problem\-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a dynamic setting. This role offers an engaging opportunity for professionals eager to contribute to efficient plant operations through expert logistics coordination while developing their career within a supportive organisation committed to excellence in supply chain management.
40 hours p/w. Monday \- Friday. 8\.30am \- 5pm
Pay: £27,000\.00\-£30,500\.00 per year
Benefits:
- On\-site parking
- plant and transport: 3 years (required)
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