Night Traffic Operator

About the Company

Meachers Global Logistics is a respected independent logistics provider in the UK, boasting over 50 years of expertise. The company specializes in bespoke freight forwarding, supply chain oversight, warehousing, distribution, contract management, training, and consultancy services. With a customer-centric team, they serve diverse industry sectors reliably and effectively.

Role Overview

We are hiring a Night Traffic Operator to oversee our overnight transportation operations across the UK. The person in this role will coordinate vehicle, driver, and container movements during the night to ensure these are performed safely, promptly, and in strict adherence to relevant laws and regulations. Collaboration with the Transport Manager and the Traffic Team is key, as the operator will track all vehicle activities during the night shift, provide driver assistance, resolve problems, and maintain up-to-date transport documentation and plans.

Main Responsibilities

• Schedule routes and assign drivers and company vehicles for efficient overnight transport.
• Act as the primary operational contact for drivers during night shifts, providing supervision and support.
• Oversee vehicle movements continuously and react appropriately to delays, breakdowns, or operational changes.
• Coordinate container logistics including deliveries and pickups at ports, depots, and client locations.
• Manage the Container Vehicle Booking Systems (VBS) ensuring timely booking and optimal use of slots to minimize delays.
• Optimize the use of fleet and subcontracted units to deliver cost-effective transportation services.
• Keep meticulous records and ensure transport management systems reflect current information accurately.
• Ensure full compliance with Drivers Hours Regulations, Tachograph Rules, and the Working Time Directive.
• Facilitate clear communication between drivers, warehouse personnel, and internal teams to ensure seamless night operations.
• Provide operational performance reports and highlight any significant issues to management during the shift.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate has prior experience in traffic planning or transport operations, ideally involving container logistics. They are capable of independent operational decision-making, have strong communication skills with drivers and customers, and are proficient with transport management and vehicle booking systems. A solid understanding of legal transport regulations including Drivers Hours Regulations, Tachograph Rules, and Working Time Directive is mandatory.

Key Accountabilities

Reporting directly to the Transport Manager, this role holds responsibility for overnight transport control, legal compliance, service quality, resource efficiency, and prompt escalation of any operational issues.

Working Hours

The shift timings for this job are from 15:30 to 01:30 on a rotational basis.

Benefits

• Monthly salary payment
• Competitive remuneration package
• 23 days of annual leave
• Access to a company pension plan
• Life insurance coverage

Additional Information

Applicants must already possess the valid legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Unfortunately, the company does not offer visa sponsorship or assistance for any current open roles.