We are currently recruiting a Traffic Operator at our Woolpit Depot, reporting to the Transport Manager the key focus of the Traffic Operator will be to organise the daily routing of general haulage vehicles, prioritising workloads as well as briefing & de-briefing drivers regarding their daily duties and pre-planning work for allocation of loading.

Other responsibilities will include:

Routing & planning vehicles on a day to day basis including back-loads.

Building revenue to ensure profitability within fleet and targets are met.

Telephone & emailing customers and subcontractors.

Daily driver checks to ensure compliance is met.

Ensure drivers compliance with drivers' hours, RTD (working time) and tachograph regulations.

Checking / approving drivers' time sheets on a weekly basis.

Managing driver holidays effectively making sure customer needs are met at all times.

The ideal candidate must be IT literate with previous experience with traffic management systems and also possess the following skills and attributes:

Experience with a General and Container Haulage role is preferred

Have excellent geographical knowledge to ensure profit is maximized on all vehicles.

Have excellent customer service skills and have a good knowledge of the transport market.

Must have excellent communication skills.

Must have a sound commercial understanding of the general haulage industry.

A Management Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) and ADR awareness are desirable but not essential

Bacton Transport is an 'Extra Mile Employer'. We set high standards for ourselves and expect the same of our employees. We are one of Suffolk's leading road hauliers. Established in 1932, we are a family-owned business who are an employee and customer focused haulage company who believe in "Going the Extra Mile…." The company has been in continuous family ownership for 90 years and is widely recognised across the industry as a byword for quality, professionalism and people-first approach. Our services and operations cover pallet network in East Anglia and full-load distribution across the UK.

We are seeking a team player with a flexible work approach, and a passion for providing an excellent service to our customers. On offer is a competitive salary of £26,000 - £30,000 per annum, dependant on experience.

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