DAVID WATSON TRANSPORT is looking for employees for positions:
administrator
Working hours
full-time
Language
english
Salary
salary
Education
GCSE or equivalent
Requirements
previous experience in transport planning or logistics administration is highly desirable
knowledge of artic units and specialist transport operations is a strong advantage
proficiency in using transport management software and other relevant tools
strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact with drivers and other stakeholders
analytical mindset with the ability to identify and solve problems efficiently
attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining records and documentation
knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance requirements in the transportation industry
Responsibility
transport Planning: Develop comprehensive transport plans, considering factors such as vehicle availability, delivery deadlines, load capacity, and route optimisation
scheduling: Create daily schedules for drivers, assigning routes and deliveries to maximise efficiency while meeting customer requirements
resource Allocation: Coordinate the allocation of fleet resources, ensuring adequate coverage for all transport requests, including specialist transport services
expense Tracking: Monitor and process driver expenses, ensuring proper documentation, accuracy, and adherence to company policies
routing and Optimisation: Optimise route planning to minimise fuel consumption, reduce transit times, and maximise vehicle utilization
monitoring and Tracking: Utilise telematics systems and other tools to track and monitor vehicle locations, delivery status, and driver performance
sales estimator
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Salary
salary
Education
GCSE or equivalent
Requirements
account management: 1 year
logistics: 1 year
Responsibility
to make sure that all relevant documentation is accurately generated and distributed
be proactive in developing business activity with both new and existing clients
marketing manager
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Salary
salary
Responsibility
lead the next stage of commercial growth by increasing brand awareness and social media presence
manage and liaise with external agencies for advertising campaigns, including online and print media
develop and maintain the company's website, ensuring it is up to date, visually appealing and easy to navigate
create and design marketing materials, including brochures, flyers, and promotional items
monitor and report on the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and adjust strategies accordingly
Requirements
experience in a similar role, with a proven track record of creating and implementing successful marketing campaigns
digital marketing: 1 year
marketing: 1 year
hr administrator
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Salary
salary
Education
GCSE or equivalent
Requirements
administrative: 1 year
david Watson Transport Ltd is an ISO-accredited, FORS Gold specialist transport company, with seven depots across the country, more than 100 vehicles and over 160 employees
our company motto is “Setting the standards for others to follow” and we are looking for someone who shares these principles to join our team as a HR & Training Administrator, based at our Essex depot in Earls Colne
Responsibility
ensure all HR records are maintained and up-to-date on the HRIS
conduct licence checks in-line with FORS/insurance requirements
provide ad hoc support to the QHSE Manager as and when required
attend and take minutes in Management Review/Senior Management Meetings
provide a positive and engaging onboarding experience for all new starters
work with all departments involved to ensure a smooth onboarding of new starters
hgv driver
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
full-time
Salary
salary
Responsibility
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safely and efficiently operate articulated vehicles to transport goods to designated locations
adhere to all road safety regulations, company policies, and FORS Gold standards at all times
conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure the vehicle's roadworthiness and compliance
load security to prevent damage during transportation
plan routes effectively to ensure timely deliveries while considering traffic and weather conditions
maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage, and fuel consumption
job Title: HGV Driver
Requirements
valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence
strong knowledge of road safety regulations and best practices
excellent communication skills and a professional demeanour
to have a valid Driver Qualification Card / Driver CPC
ability to work independently and as part of a team
to own a valid Digital Tachograph Card
strong attention to detail and time management skills
physically active role
office administrator
Working hours
full-time
Salary
salary
Responsibility
processing holiday requests
you will be responsible for providing administration services for the whole depot, adhering to processes and procedures, and working closely alongside other colleagues at the depot
maintaining stock levels of stationery
answering phone calls and dealing with emails
transport planner
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Salary
salary
Education
GCSE or equivalent
Responsibility
applicants will have knowledge of the following or be prepared to undertake further training to be able to fulfil this position
optimise route planning to minimise fuel consumption, reduce transit times, and enhance overall operational efficiency
good communication skills , dealing with drivers and customers
monitor and track vehicles to ensure timely deliveries, and proactively address any potential delays or disruptions
knowledge of road networks UK/Europe
collaborate with internal teams, including HR, Training, and drivers, to ensure seamless execution of transportation plans
liaise with external stakeholders, such as suppliers and customers, to manage expectations and provide updates on deliveries
conduct regular analysis of transportation data to identify opportunities for improvement and cost-saving initiatives
Requirements
transport Management CPC
proven experience in transport planning, preferably with articulated trucks or large vehicles
strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically in high-pressure situations
excellent organisational and time management abilities, with the capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
strong problem-solving skills
proficiency in transportation management software and route planning tools
transport/planning knowledge and experience of Transport Management Systems
good communication skills, a desire to work as part of a team and the confidence to challenge processes and behaviours
key account manager
Responsibility
develop and maintain strong relationships with existing key clients in the transportation sector
understand clients' specific transportation needs and challenges, and propose tailored solutions that align with their business objectives
collaborate with internal teams to coordinate and execute transportation projects, ensuring seamless service delivery
act as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing enquiries, concerns, and providing timely updates on project statuses
identify new business opportunities within existing accounts and work to expand our services and revenue streams
Education
GCSE or equivalent
Requirements
proven experience as a Key Account Manager or in a similar client-facing role within the transportation or logistics industry
strong understanding of transportation and logistics operations
exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
strategic thinker with the ability to analyse data, identify opportunities, and develop effective account plans
experience with transport planning/management software/systems