Transport Operator

Posted 15 June 2026
LocationFelixstowe
Job type Permanent
Reference37485

Job description

πŸš› Transport Operator (Container Haulage / Traffic Operator)
πŸ“ Felixstowe, Suffolk | πŸ•˜ Full-time, Permanent | πŸ’· Competitive Β£35,000–£50,000 + πŸš— Company Car

We’re recruiting for a Felixstowe-based container haulage & logistics provider delivering UK-wide transport solutions πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§. Known for a professional, personal service 🀝, they work with customers across freight forwarding 🚒, shipping lines, retail πŸ›οΈ and distribution πŸ“¦.

You’ll support day-to-day traffic operationsβ€”briefing drivers πŸ‘·, monitoring live jobs & ETAs ⏱️, updating systems πŸ’», and keeping customers informed πŸ“ž.

βœ… What you’ll be doing

Plan & monitor daily container movements and ETAs πŸ“β±οΈ

Brief drivers and support with live issues as they arise πŸššπŸ› οΈ

Liaise with customers, depots and drivers to keep service smooth πŸ€πŸ“ž

Update TMS and POD/job notes accurately πŸ’»πŸ“

Prepare and manage essential transport paperwork πŸ“„βœ…

Support driver debriefs and general fleet admin πŸ‘·πŸ“‹

πŸ”Ž What we’re looking for

Experience in transport/logistics/container haulage/traffic ops πŸš›πŸ“¦

Strong organisation & time management in a fast-paced environment 🧠⚑

Confident communicator with drivers and customers πŸ—£οΈπŸ™‚

Comfortable using IT systems (TMS + related tools) πŸ’»

Proactive problem-solver who stays calm under pressure 🧩😌

⭐ Why apply?

Join a respected Felixstowe operator with UK-wide reach πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§πŸšš

Friendly team and a role with real day-to-day ownership πŸ™Œ

πŸ“© Apply / Next steps

Apply now for a quick, confidential chat with LME Recruitment.
πŸ“ž 01394 570 156 / 01473 375 158

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