Transport Controller (Nights)
ULS and Son
Sunbury
Full-time
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Location: Kempton Park Depot
Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off (12\-hour shifts, 20:00 \- 08:00\) with opportunities for overtime.
ULS \& Son is a well\-established transport company with over 17 years of experience, specialising in providing reliable services to high\-end clients across the nation. Operating primarily within the London area, we pride ourselves on our professionalism and dedication to excellence.
We are seeking a reliable and detail\-oriented individual to join our hardworking team at our Kempton Park depot.
You must be able to supply 5 years referencing and be willing to supply a basic DBS.
Responsibilities:
- Dispatching and coordinating our fleet of vehicles throughout the shift.
- Monitoring vehicle movements and updating clients with real\-time information on delays, estimated arrival times, departures, and arrivals.
- Communicating effectively with drivers and customers via phone, email, and WhatsApp.
- Quickly identifying and implementing solutions to any issues that arise during the shift.
- Booking and coordinating vehicle breakdown repairs and tyre replacements.
- Preparing for upcoming shifts by updating spreadsheets and client\-specific online systems.
- Liaising with driver agencies to ensure adequate staffing levels.
- Ability to work shifts (20:00 \- 08:00\) on a 4 on, 4 off schedule.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Punctual, organised, and excellent time management skills.
- Problem\-solving skills and the ability to respond quickly to challenges.
- Confidence in working both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (e.g., Excel, Word) and general computer skills.
- Experience in customer service.
- Experience in a fast\-paced transport or logistics environment.
- Bonus scheme
- Opportunities for overtime to boost your earnings.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme to support your health and wellbeing.
- A supportive and friendly team environment.
- On\-site parking
Pay: £30,000\.00\-£32,000\.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Health \& wellbeing programme
- On\-site parking
- United Kingdom (required)
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