Rhodes Freight Services is continuing to grow, with exciting plans afoot to broaden our capabilities and appeal to an even greater range of customers. We have just moved to an even bigger premises in Slough, so we have massive room to grow and develop the business. Therefore we are proud to offer a position within our Operations team as a Night-shift planner/co-ordinator: four-on/four-off shift pattern, starting at 1900hrs and finishing at 0700hrs the following morning.
This shift is a key to our on-going service provision, as you will be the main link between the daytime and the night shift, then into the following day.
The shift is a cross-over, as you will be heavily involved with the plan for the coming night and also the next day. Then, you will ensure that the plan is seen-through, making any necessary adjustments required before passing this on in detail to the oncoming Day shift supervisor.
Our pay-rate is competitive, with a starting salary of between £38,500 and £40,000 basic (depending on experience) and a realistic earning potential of £44,000-upwards with overtime/holiday cover extra shifts.
You will deal directly with team members, customers, service partners both in the UK and also worldwide and, of course, our extensive team of drivers. Every single shift is different, with a wealth of problems and challenges to overcome, so the right person will thrive in an environment where you need to be mentally agile and have the attitude to succeed... despite often overwhelming difficulties.
This job requires:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent customer service awareness and fulfilment
Excellent ability to problem solve
Ability to cope with pressure and fast-paced change
Ability to work well, both individually and as part of a team
A good understanding of the transport industry and also driver legislation
An excellent command of both the UK and Continental European geography.
Background knowledge in several modes of freight movement, particularly airfreight.
Good IT skills with Office based software knowledge.
Knowledge of EU > UK Customs procedures and ETSF management.
We are an up-and-coming firm, with big firm ambitions, but small-firm values. All of our colleagues are long-term team members, really like a family. If you feel that you could fit in with this ethos and culture and you want to find your place in an exciting transport/logistics/distribution/planning role, then please get in touch!
COVID-19 precaution(s):
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Sanitisation, disinfection or cleaning procedures in place
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £38,500.00-£44,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Slough SL1 3DR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Transport Planning: 2 years (required)
- EU to UK Customs and ETSF procedures: 1 year (required)
- Air Cargo and HGV driver management: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: RFSOPS33
