Logistics occupations Work, Jobs in Canterbury, Ken (with Salaries)

Transport Controller / Courier Controller (Same Day Logistics)
Xtra Mile Couriers Ltd —Ramsgate
- £37,000 - £42,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Analysis skills
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13d
Warehouse Operative 5pm-3am
Foodari Limited —Canterbury
- £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Forklift
- Warehouse experience
- In-person
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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5d
Data Entry
Staplehurst Transits Ltd —Tonbridge
- £30,000 - £34,000 a year
- Full-time
- Google Suite
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
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10d
Operations Manager
Kidde Global Solutions —Herne Bay
- Full-time
- Engineering
- ERP systems
- Communication skills
6d
German Logistics Administrator | £34k | 3:30pm Friday finish
OA Partners —Canterbury
- £30,000 - £34,000 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP systems
- English
13d
Warehouse Operator
Coty Inc. —Ashford
- Warehouse experience
- AI
- Mechanical knowledge
4d
Custom Clearance Shift Clerk
Uniserve —Dover
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- IT
- Business
- Free parking
- Referral programme
13d
Depot Administration, Warehouse and Member Services Assistant
British Wool —Ashford
- £27,830 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- IT
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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5d
Warehouse Sales
Tapi —Thanet District
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
5d
Online Assistant
Sainsbury's —Ashford
- £13.23 an hour
- Part-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
3d
Stores Operative
Instro Precision —Sandwich
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Microsoft Office
- Warehouse experience
- Profit sharing
Warehouse Operative/ Dispatch Picker
Foodari Limited —Canterbury
- £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Forklift
- Driving
- Warehouse experience
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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5d
Warehouse Operative
technical fixings —Maidstone
- £31,000 - £34,000 a year
- Full-time
- Forklift
- Warehouse experience
- In-person
- Free parking
- Store discount
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9d
Warehouse Operative
Evri —Maidstone
- £14.35 - £21.53 an hour
- Overtime
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Network Planning Manager
Stagecoach —Canterbury
- £35,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
5d
Selector Ambient (Days) - 5am Start
Aldi —Isle of Sheppey
- £14.93 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Annual leave
12d
Freight Forwarder
Robert Kukla Spedition UK Ltd —Folkestone
- Full-time
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Organisational skills
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2d
Selector Ambient (Days)
Aldi —Isle of Sheppey
- £14.93 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Annual leave
10d
Online Logistics Coordinator
Bennett Opie Ltd —Sittingbourne
- £27,000 - £31,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Data analysis skills
- English
Quick apply
9d
Warehouse Operative
Integrated Service Solutions Ltd —Sittingbourne
- Full-time
- English
- Warehouse experience
- In-person
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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8d

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Transport Controller / Courier Controller (Same Day Logistics)

Xtra Mile Couriers Ltd -
Ramsgate

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Job details

Full-time
£37,000 - £42,000 a year
13 days ago

Qualifications

Customer service
Computer literacy
Supply chain
Logistics
Analysis skills
Transportation management systems
Organisational skills
Communication skills

Full job description

Join Xtra Mile Couriers and help us go the extra mile!

At Xtra Mile Couriers, we're not just delivering packages – we're redefining courier services to be smarter, faster, and more responsive than ever before. Through continuous investment in our people, technology, and customer proposition, we're shaping a future where logistics meets innovation.

But being this good doesn't just happen. It takes passion, hard work, and people who share our values. That's where you come in.

We're looking for a driven Transport Controller / Operations Controller to join our team on a permanent basis. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and know how to keep transport operations running smoothly while putting customers first, you'll fit right in.

About the Role

As a Transport Controller / Courier Controller, you'll be at the heart of our service centre, managing real-time transport operations and ensuring every same-day delivery runs like clockwork. You'll coordinate drivers, monitor fleet performance, support customers, and play a key role in delivering exceptional service across our courier network.

This role would suit someone with experience as a Transport Controller, Transport Planner, Logistics Coordinator, Logistics Controller, Dispatcher, Despatch Controller, Fleet Controller, Courier Controller, or Operations Controller within a transport, logistics, courier, parcel delivery, distribution, or same-day delivery environment.

Key Responsibilities

Transport Planning & Work Allocation

Efficiently allocate and dispatch jobs to couriers and drivers.
Manage resource planning and fleet utilisation to maximise operational efficiency.
Coordinate same-day, express, and time-critical deliveries.

Customer Service & Communication

Take bookings and advise customers on the most suitable transport and courier solutions.
Provide proactive updates from collection through to proof of delivery (POD).
Maintain excellent customer relationships and exceed service expectations.

Real-Time Logistics Coordination

Monitor and track deliveries using transport management and vehicle tracking systems.
Prioritise premium and time-sensitive deliveries.
Manage route changes, delays, and operational challenges quickly and effectively.

Fleet & Driver Management

Support and communicate with drivers throughout the day.
Ensure appropriate fleet levels are maintained to meet customer demand.
Assist with driver recruitment and onboarding where required.
Monitor driver performance and service standards.

Service Delivery & Continuous Improvement

Maintain Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and operational KPIs.
Identify opportunities to improve transport operations and customer service.
Support the smooth running of logistics operations during peak periods.
Manage resource planning and fleet utilisation to maximise operational efficiency.
Coordinate same-day, express, and time-critical deliveries.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum 2 years experience in a Transport Controller, Transport Planner, Logistics Coordinator, Dispatcher, Courier Controller, Fleet Controller, Despatch Controller, or similar transport and logistics role.
Experience within the courier, same-day delivery, transport, logistics, parcel delivery, or distribution sector.
Strong geographical knowledge of London and the UK road network.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Ability to prioritise workload and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Computer literate with experience using transport, logistics, dispatch, or fleet management systems.
Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Transport Controller, Logistics Coordinator or Despatch Controller looking to take ownership of real-time operations within a growing same-day courier business. You'll play a key role in fleet planning, driver management, customer service and service delivery while developing your career within a fast-growing logistics company.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you!
Please send your CV to [email protected] or call 02037502330

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £37,000.00-£42,000.00 per year

Experience:

controller/operational: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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