Company description
Harry Lawson Ltd. of Broughty Ferry provide a range of road transport services throughout the UK, specialising in tanker haulage and general haulage. Established in 1945 and having operated in these fields for over 75 years, we have a long history of delivering an efficient and reliable high quality service to our customer base.
A previous winner of the Courier Family business of the year, we have a personable approach to our business both with our customers and our employees and thrive on providing industry leading service levels.
We operate a modern fleet of over 70 articulated vehicles and 150 trailers. Now a 3rd generation privately owned family business, our strengths continue to stem from the flexible approach of our team and our core family values and ethics that transcend throughout the business.
Job description
This is a varied and fast-paced role, helping to keep our fleet moving efficiently while maintaining excellent service levels for our customers. You will be involved in planning daily transport activity, communicating with drivers and customers, identifying operational efficiencies, and supporting safe and compliant transport operations.
We are open to considering candidates for either of the following shift patterns:
- 4 on 4 off shift pattern - 12 hour shifts, 8am to 8pm or similar
- Weekend positions - Friday to Monday, hours 35-40 hrs per week
- The role includes one night per rotation on call
Your Responsibilities
- Planning and organising the volumes of the Transport Operation, including allocating and planning work to drivers and planning backloads
- Communicate effectively with drivers, customers and internal teams by phone, email, messaging systems and transport software
- Establishing and building good working relationships with relevant customers and company teams
- Plan vehicle activity in the most efficient and practical way
- Proactively work to maintain the highest levels of service
- Liaise with customers regarding collection times and delivery bookings
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and generate additional revenue
- Ensure all planning activities are carried out in a safe and compliant manner in line with policies and procedures, with particular regards for Health & Safety and Operator Licence requirements
- Contribute to a positive, supportive and team-focused working environment
About you
We are looking for someone who is organised, calm under pressure and comfortable making decisions in a busy transport environment.
Previous experience in transport planning, fleet operations or a similar logistics role would be advantageous, but it is not essential as training can be provided for the right candidate. Knowledge of tachograph rules, drivers’ hours and transport regulations would also be beneficial, though not essential
You should have
- Good communication and IT skills, including Microsoft office packages
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- A proactive, adaptable and practical approach to problem solving
- Have a can-do attitude
- Have excellent problem solving, analytical and organisational skills
- Flexibility around shift patterns and the needs of the operation
Desirable experience
- Transport planning experience
- Knowledge of drivers’ hours, tachographs and transport compliance
- Experience with planning software or fleet systems
What we offer
- A permanent position, subject to successful completion of a probationary period
- Competitive pay, reflecting experience and shift pattern
- Training and support for the right candidate
- The opportunity to join a respected, long-established, family-owned haulage business
- A varied role within a busy and growing transport operation
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
