via reed · 19 May 2026 ·25 days ago

Trainee Transport Operator

Maritime Transport
Bristol Full-time
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We are currently recruiting for a Trainee Transport Operator to join our successful Transport department based in Bristol Depot as the Trainee Transport Operator, you will be trained to be responsible for supporting our Transport Operators / Planners with the day to day operations.

Why work for Maritime Transport?

  • Competitive salary

  • Annual salary review (discretionary).

  • Annual bonus (discretionary).

  • 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays on top from day 1.

  • MTL weekly lottery – an employee will win one thousand pounds every week

  • Competitive annual leave

  • Full training given

  • Life assurance cover x3 from day 1 and up to age 66.

  • Group personal pension.

  • Employee assistance programme.

  • Big discounts on MSC cruises for yourself, family and friends

  • You’ll be working for one of the market leaders

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Briefing and debriefing drivers

  • General office administrative tasks such as paperwork filing.

  • Assisting Transport planners

  • Monitoring daily trailer counts

  • Yard Checks

  • Actively seeking additional work wherever possible from Transport Planners and Management

  • Ability to communicate effectively with the customer service teams and drivers

  • Working as part of an efficient and fast paced team

  • Maintain high standards of good housekeeping, including your workstation and environment

  • Maintain health and safety standards, and actively report observations & concerns

We are looking for candidates to apply who have the following:
  • Previous experience within Transport or similar environment – Preferred not essential

  • Competent IT skills

  • Clear communicator – written and verbal

  • Highly personable and can work well in a team

  • Great attention to detail

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