Transport Controller - Day & Night Shift

Posting date:	10 February 2026
Salary:	£26,500 to £28,500 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	12 March 2026
Location:	B35
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Workforce Recruitment and Training
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	0000538460-65507

Summary

Transport Controller - Day & Night Shifts Available

Contract: Temp - Perm

Salary: £26,500 - £28,500 per annum

Working hours: 06:00-15:00 or 13:00 – 22:00 (one-hour unpaid lunch break)

We’re seeking a Transport Controller to join our client's team based in Castle Vale, Birmingham. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a busy logistics operation, with clear scope to develop and progress as the business continues to grow.

What you’ll be learning and supporting as a Transport Controller

• Overseeing live fleet activity to ensure delivery times are achieved, drivers’ hours and breaks remain compliant, and relevant teams are kept up to date.
• Conducting daily driver briefings and debriefings, using telematics data to monitor driving performance and highlight any training needs.
• Managing consignments throughout the day, ensuring statuses are accurately tracked and updated.
• Assisting the Customer Services team by responding to internal and external queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Delivering clear and detailed shift handovers to maintain seamless service.

What we’re looking for

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
• A confident communicator, comfortable briefing drivers and liaising with a range of stakeholders.
• A proactive and solutions-focused mindset, with an emphasis on safety, service, and efficiency.
• A willingness to learn and develop within the role.

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