Transport Controller
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £26,500 to £28,500 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 March 2026 |
| Location: | B35 6LJ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Additions Recruitment Consultuants Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Transport Controller-46442 |
Summary
We’re seeking a Transport Controller to join our team based in 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.
Permanent position
Salary: £26,500 – £28,500 (depending on experience)
28 days’ holiday, including bank holidays
Office-based role
Working hours: 06:00-15:00 and 13:00 – 22:00 (one-hour unpaid lunch break)
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.