Full job descriptionTransport Router - Colchester
Salary £30,000 - £35,000
Role Overview
We are seeking a Transport Router to support our Transport Team in planning and coordinating the logistics of waste collection and transportation activities. This role is central to ensuring efficient daily operations, accurate record-keeping, and high levels of customer satisfaction, while maintaining strict compliance with health and safety requirements.
Key Responsibilities
*Schedule and coordinate daily waste collection routes to ensure efficient operations.
*Liaise with drivers to communicate instructions, monitor progress, and resolve operational issues as they arise.
*Handle customer enquiries related to transport services in a professional and timely manner.
*Promote a positive health and safety culture by following procedures and participating in training and briefings.
*Assist with weighbridge operations, including accurate documentation and completion of waste transfer notes.
*Represent the business professionally across all operational activities.
Qualifications & Experience
*Previous experience in transport or logistics is essential; experience within waste management is advantageous but not required.
*Strong organisational and time-management skills.
*Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
*Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
*Strong problem-solving skills, particularly when responding to unexpected operational challenges.
*A valid UK driving licence.
Location & Employment Details
*Based at a site near Wormingford, Colchester.
*Full-time, permanent position.
*Monday to Friday, with potential for overtime as required.
*Salary negotiable, dependent on experience.
Benefits
*Career development and progression opportunities.
*Company pension scheme.
*Free on-site parking.