Nights C3 Controller InPost Depot Operations · Warehousing · Lutterworth

InPost Ltd.; Harborough; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing logistics company in the UK is seeking a Yard Management professional to join their team in Lutterworth. The role involves managing trailer movements, monitoring performance, and training new team members. Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, a good knowledge of WMS, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to be part of a rapidly expanding organization.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Cycle2Work scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and numeracy skills with the ability to interpret data.
• Good IT skills and experience using Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of WMS and MHE systems, with an understanding of contingency plans.
• Excellent communication skills for liaising at all levels.
• Flexibility to manage both planned and unplanned operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Managing the receipt and movement of inbound and outbound trailers.
• Coordinating the movement of trailers to maximize utilization and achieve KPIs.
• Monitoring MHE performance and addressing faults promptly.
• Producing hourly reports on site throughput and performance.
• Training and supporting new team members as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

IT literacy

Communication skills

Numeracy skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Tools

WMS

MHE

SCADA

C3 Yard Management

Beumer BeSS systems

Job description

Want to be part of a UK hub, in a global business that is scaling rapidly, evolving fast and radically changing the decades old delivery universe? If so, read on, as we’re looking for twoC3 Controller's onNightsto join our Lutterworth team! We’re leading the logistics revolution, powering deliveries across the UK for some of the nation’s biggest high‑street and online brands. Our depots are the backbone of our operation, ensuring seamless logistics and top‑notch service for our customers. Whether you’re handling parcels, coordinating routes, or managing depot operations, you will play a key role in maintaining our high standards and efficiency.

As our network grows at lightning speed, so do the opportunities within it. This is your chance to be part of something big, where every day is fast‑paced, impactful, and full of possibilities.

About the role

We are seeking a Yard Management professional to oversee the smooth flow of inbound and outbound trailers, ensuring efficient yard utilisation and preventing congestion. You will manage trailer movements, monitor Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE) performance, produce operational reports, and provide timely information to support decision‑making.

The role involves working closely with Senior Management, Shift Managers, Traffic teams, engineers and security, while also coaching and supporting team members. Strong analytical skills, IT literacy, and knowledge of WMS, MHE, SCADA, C3 Yard Management, and Beumer BeSS systems are essential (training provided).

📍Location: Inpost, 4400 Harrier Pkwy, Lutterworth LE17 4XT

📅 Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off

🕒 Hours: 18:00 pm – 06:00 am

💰 Salary: £28,981.68 per annum

What you’ll be doing

• Managing the receipt and movement of all inbound and outbound trailers, ensuring details are captured accurately and yard operations remain fluid.
• Coordinating the movement of full and empty trailers on and off bays to maximise trailer and bay utilisation and achieve production and service KPIs.
• Monitoring Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE) performance, promptly addressing faults or delays, and escalating issues where necessary to minimise downtime.
• Producing hourly reports and other management information to track site throughput and operational performance.
• Ensuring yard congestion is minimised and potential impacts on the community or business reputation are avoided.
• Training, coaching and supporting new team members, as well as providing guidance to colleagues with less experience in specific areas.
• Coordinating resources to ensure adequate cover for all planned and unplanned operational hours.
• Liaising with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to resolve operational issues efficiently.
• Applying judgement within defined processes and procedures to prioritise tasks and resolve day‑to‑day issues effectively.
• Reviewing and sense‑checking periodic system updates to ensure operational accuracy and consistency.

What we need from you

• Strong analytical and numeracy skills with the ability to interpret data and monitor performance.
• Good IT skills and experience using packages such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Some knowledge of site WMS and MHE systems, with an understanding of contingency plans for equipment breakdowns (full training provided, 6–9 months to competency).
• Knowledge of SCADA (Systems Control and Data Acquisition) systems, C3 Yard Management systems and Beumer BeSS systems.
• Detailed understanding of operational processes and the ability to apply them effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently at all levels.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, exercise judgement and work independently within defined processes.
• Flexibility to manage both planned and unplanned operational requirements.
• Right to work in the UK.

Perks of the job

• 🪴 Build a secure future with a competitive Pension Scheme
• 🌟 Peace of mind with Life Insurance
• 🚴 Stay active with our Cycle2Work scheme
• 🤝 Get the support you need with our Employee Assistance Program

The InPost process

We pride ourselves on our candidate experience. We want to make this as straightforward as possible for you and for us! We will try our best to get back to you within a few days to let you know if we’d like to take you to the first stage.

Throughout our process, you will get the opportunity to meet a cross‑section of our friendly team members to get a sense of our culture, and a good understanding of the role, team and business. Your talent partner will guide you through each stage.

At InPost, we love uniqueness. Our strength is our people. We strive to create an open, equal, inclusive environment in which everyone has the opportunity to flourish and be themselves.