GB Recruitment (England, Scotland, Wales)
Transport Shift Controller - Nights
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Pay Rate: £27,604 Basic Annual Salary. Overtime Rate x1.5.
Grade: O
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift Patterns: Monday - Friday 22:00 - 06:00 (flexibility is required to cover other times from time to time)
Location: Burton on Trent, DE14 1PT
Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.
We're now looking for a Transport Shift Controller to support with Driver dispatch and general administration duties.
A Typical Day May Involve
- Coordinating and dispatching drivers, ensuring all routes are efficiently covered
- Handling incoming calls, primarily from drivers needing support or updates
- Communicating with internal teams and external customers to resolve queries
- Completing general operational and administrative tasks to support the shift
- Providing debrief support for drivers when required, including reviewing completed routes and issues
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This Role Would Suit People Who
- Previous experience in a transport or transport-related field
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can confidently juggle multiple tasks at once
- Has strong communication skills and is comfortable speaking with drivers and customers
- Can work independently while also collaborating well with a wider team
- Is flexible with working hours and willing to support operational needs when required
Why Join Us?
- Free parking and on-site canteen
- Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
- Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
- Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
- Affordable loans, savings schemes, and free mortgage advice
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We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare, and more.
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