Planning and Logistics Coordinator

Our client have an exciting opportunity for a Planning and Logistics Coordinator to work in their already establish team. 

The role entails working closely with the Operations Manager to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Invergordon and Evanton sites in compliance with current laws and protocols. This involves overseeing logistics and transport planning to support both transport and site operations, ultimately delivering a high-quality service to customers and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

Transport / Logistics Management (90%):

• Coordinate driver collection schedules to meet customer demands.
• Plan and oversee daily logistics routing for incoming and outgoing waste loads.
• Ensure timely completion of vehicle inspections, services, and MOT’s, addressing any defects in accordance with operator license agreements.
• Assist the Operations Manager in managing legal documentation compliance with governmental bodies such as HSE, EA, and DVSA.
• Collaborate with the Transport Manager to investigate road traffic accidents and incidents, arranging driver training and assessments as needed.
• Assist in managing driver tachograph infringements and working time directive compliance.
• Organize and manage driver training requirements.
• Schedule driver rotations and annual leave.

Quality / SHEQ (10%):

• Advocate and support health and safety initiatives to uphold the corporate PROUD message across sites.
• Support activities aligned with ISO 9001, 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certification, BMS & IMS systems.
• Assist the Operations Manager in providing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to SEPA and managing licenses and site exemption modifications.

Other Essential Skills:

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Professionalism in all work aspects.
• Self-motivation.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
• Efficient time management and prioritization.
• Proactive, organized, and methodical approach.

To find out more and to have a confidential conversation please contact Lyndsey at Global Highland