Transport Operations Specialist

Job description

Transport Operations Specialist (Nights)

Location: Lusk, Co. Dublin
Salary: €45,000 per annum + benefits
Shift Pattern: 7pm – 7am (4 on / 4 off)

An Exciting Opportunity

Are you ready to take the next step in your transport career? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing logistics operation where you’ll play a pivotal role in keeping things moving overnight. If you’re organised, detail-driven, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this could be the role for you.

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Transport Operations Specialists to join a busy and fast-paced transport operations team. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised, detail-focused, and thrives in a live operations environment. You will play a key part in managing and adjusting overnight transport activities, while ensuring smooth handovers to the daytime team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate overnight transport operations across drivers, deliveries, planning, and incident management.

• Organise the collection and shipping of trailers to and from Dublin Port.

• Monitor real-time deliveries, providing instructions and support to drivers to maintain excellent service standards.

• Manage paperwork and customs clearance requirements accurately.

• Allocate drivers to unaccompanied trailer arrivals and ensure timely dispatch from Dublin Port.

• Maintain strong communication with warehouse teams as trailers are prepared for dispatch.

• Provide comprehensive operational handovers to the daytime team.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience within the transport industry.

• Strong customer service background (phone & email).

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong communication skills, able to work effectively with colleagues and drivers.

• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

• Comfortable working to deadlines in a dynamic environment.