Transport Coordinator

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Transport Coordinator

This is an exciting opportunity to join the team within one of the UK’s most modern and professional vehicle salvage agents and parts recyclers based in Thame, Oxford.

Key duties

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Transport Coordinator to be based at our main depot in Thame, Oxfordshire. You will be part of a logistics support team responsible for organising drivers movements relating to vehicle collections and deliveries. This is a hands-on role focused on delivering efficient and cost-effective transport solutions for a modern fleet of 20-strong recovery transporters, whilst ensuring legal compliance and operational excellence.

• Organise driver/vehicle run schedules for the collection and/or delivery of vehicles, ensuring optimum cost-effectiveness through the utilisation of full load capacity and compatible geographic locations
• Plan run schedules for each driver in full consideration of EU driving regulations in respect of breaks, driving limits, and rest periods
• Incorporate vehicle returns, deliveries, and site transfers into the run schedules
• Manage ‘failed collection’ reports and continuously identify potential operational improvements
• Manage the drivers resource levels to meet business needs
• Ensure all contractual service obligations are met
• Contribute to the management of the team inbox and all communication portals
• Complete all reasonable tasks requested by colleagues efficiently & effectively.

Key skills

• Experience in a similar transport planning role
• Experience of working in a busy and fast-moving office environment
• Strong IT Skills
• Knowledge of the UK road network and geographical areas
• Basic understanding of vehicles, and ideally, the vehicle salvage Industry
• Maths and English GCSE or equivalent
• Ability to effectively prioritise workload
• Ability to work under your own initiative and as part of a team
• Good organisational skills
• Motivated mentality with a positive ‘can do’ attitude

Details

Position type Permanent / full-time Working days Monday - Friday Working hours 8:00am - 5:00pm (4:45pm on Fridays) Rate of pay

Good salary, depending on experience.

What we offer

• Day shift, Monday - Friday
• On-going training and professional development
• Free onsite parking
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Benefits: discounted petrol, discounted car parts
• Holidays - 20 days + Bank Holidays, increasing to 25 days
• Pension Plan with 3% employer contribution

This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS, Finance, Right to Work, and reference checks.

Who are we

ASM Auto Recycling Ltd – Established for over 40 years, we are now widely regarded as one of the UK’s most modern and professional vehicle salvage agents and green parts recyclers.

We currently process over 35,000 vehicles a year, auctioning over 10,000 vehicles on our online auction platform, whilst also storing over 2,500 vehicles on site for the dismantling and resale of green (recycled) parts.

Location

This position takes place at: Menlo Industrial Park, Rycote Lane, Thame, Oxford, OX9 2BQ (map)

Status

This position has been filled and we are not accepting CVs at this time.

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