Transport Coordinator / Supervisor – Portbury, Bristol BS20
Full Time – Monday to Friday – HG Recruitment
Pay Rate: £14.36 per hour
Location: Portbury, Bristol BS20
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (Rotating Schedule)
- Week 1: 04:30 – 13:00
- Week 2: 12:00 – 20:30
For more information, please contact our team at Southwest@h-g-recruitment.com
The Role
Support the day‑to‑day transport operation at a busy distribution site in Portbury. Coordinate drivers, maintain compliance standards, and provide practical solutions to operational and customer challenges. Ensure transport activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with company and legal requirements.
Duties
- Coordinating daily transport operations and driver activities.
- Providing clear instructions and support to drivers throughout their shifts.
- Monitoring transport performance and service delivery.
- Ensuring compliance with transport legislation, driver hours regulations, and company procedures.
- Investigating and resolving operational issues in a timely manner.
- Communicating effectively with customers and internal stakeholders.
- Responding to customer enquiries and providing practical transport solutions.
- Supporting route planning and operational efficiency.
- Maintaining accurate transport records and reports.
- Assisting with driver briefings, debriefings, and performance management.
- Escalating compliance, safety, or service concerns where necessary.
Benefits
- Monday to Friday working pattern.
- Rotating shift schedule providing work‑life balance.
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Consistent ongoing work.
- Pension scheme.
- Supportive management team.
- Career development opportunities.
- Access to ongoing training and development.
- Employee assistance and wellbeing support.
- 24/7 support from the HG Recruitment team.
Requirements
- Previous experience within a transport, logistics, or fleet operation environment.
- Experience supervising, coordinating, or managing drivers.
- Good understanding of transport compliance and driver hours regulations.
- Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced operational environment.
- Good IT and administration skills.
- Professional, reliable, and organised approach to work.
- Ability to build positive working relationships with drivers, customers, and colleagues.
Equal Opportunities & Diversity
HG Recruitment is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and will never charge a fee for our work‑finding services. As members of the Disability Confident Scheme, we are committed to supporting applicants who may require additional assistance throughout the recruitment process. We operate a zero‑tolerance approach to sexual harassment, as defined by the Equality Act 2010, and take proactive steps to prevent it. HG Recruitment is proud to be a champion against modern slavery and a member of Stronger Together.
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