Junior Transport Operator
Contract Services Team
Full Time | Permanent
Bullet Express is one of Scotland's leading transport and logistics providers, delivering first-class service throughout the UK. Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Transport Operator to join our busy Contract Services Team based at our Bothwell depot.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within the transport and logistics industry. The successful candidate will receive full training and support, with a structured development plan designed to progress them into a fully qualified Transport Operator position.
Monday to Friday
Rotating shifts:
- 6:30am – 2:30pm
- 9:30am – 5:30pm
Participation in a weekly on-call rota covering evenings and weekends.
Providing on-call support will be required; however, this support is for Bullet Express drivers only.
As a Junior Transport Operator, you will work alongside experienced members of the operations team, learning all aspects of transport planning, customer service, compliance, and driver management.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the day-to-day transport operation.
- Assisting with customer enquiries via telephone and email.
- Monitoring vehicle movements and delivery performance.
- Communicating with drivers, customers, depots, and internal departments.
- Updating transport systems and maintaining accurate records.
- Assisting with delivery and collection issue resolution.
- Learning transport planning and routing processes.
- Supporting compliance and operational administration tasks.
- Providing excellent customer service at all times.
We are looking for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to develop a career within transport operations.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Demonstrable experience working within a transport, logistics, customer service, or operational background.
- Good computer skills and confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Good geographical knowledge of the UK.
- The ability to remain calm and adapt under pressure.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Knowledge of Drivers' Hours Regulations and the Working Time Directive would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training will be provided.
At Bullet Express, we believe in developing our people. The successful candidate will receive:
- Full training in transport operations.
- Ongoing support and mentoring from experienced operators.
- Exposure to transport planning, compliance, customer service, and fleet operations.
- Clear progression opportunities to develop into a fully qualified Transport Operator.
- Competitive salary.
- Company pension scheme.
- Full training and ongoing development.
- Genuine career progression opportunities.
- Supportive and friendly working environment.
- The opportunity to join a successful and growing logistics business.
If you are looking to start or develop your career in transport and logistics and want to be part of a fast-paced and rewarding operation, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining why you would like to join the Bullet Express Team.
Bullet Express is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
