ispatch Coordinator (Courier Parcel Delivery)
Location: Bristol
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00
About Priority Express
Priority Express is part of the award-winning APC Overnight network, with over 100 depots nationwide. Operating from Bristol, Bath, and Cardiff, we provide a full range of same day, overnight, and international delivery services.
As a well-established and ambitious regional business, we pride ourselves on delivering high service standards and building strong, long-term relationships with our customers.
The Role
As a Dispatch Coordinator, you will be responsible for assigning collection jobs to drivers in real time, ensuring deadlines are met and vehicles are utilised efficiently.
You’ll be the key link between customers, drivers, and the operations team, reacting quickly to new bookings, delays, and changing priorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Allocate same-day and scheduled collection jobs to drivers
- Manage driver workload and maximise fleet efficiency
- Monitor live jobs and driver progress throughout the day
- Respond quickly to urgent bookings and changes in demand
- Communicate clearly with drivers to ensure smooth collections
- Liaise with customer services regarding collection ETAs and updates
- Resolve issues such as delays, traffic disruptions, or missed collections
- Maintain accurate records using internal systems
- Support the wider operations team during busy periods
What We’re Looking For✅ Essential:
- Experience in courier, transport, or logistics operations
- Previous dispatch / allocation / controller experience
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, reactive environment
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Confident using computer systems (TMS or booking systems preferred)
- Calm under pressure and able to prioritise effectively
✅ Highly Desirable:
- Experience in same-day courier or multi-drop operations
- Knowledge of UK road networks and driver routing basics
- Experience working with owner-drivers or subcontractors
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary: £34,850 - £40,755 (depending on experience)
- Overtime opportunities during peak periods
- Company pension scheme
- On-site parking
- Opportunities for progression within a growing business
Pay: £34,850.00-£37,050.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Transport links
Experience:
- Courier or Logistics: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
