Transport & Fleet Operations Coordinator

Airport Placements; Hythe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Hythe seeks a Transport & Fleet Operations Coordinator to manage daily operations in the office and workshop. This role is hands-on, involving planning and overseeing workshop tasks, ensuring compliance, and maintaining a safe environment. The ideal candidate will have a valid HGV Licence, CPC qualification, and experience in transport or fleet operations. A strong focus on organization and communication is essential. Attractive benefits include a pension plan and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Company pension

Life insurance

Free on-site parking

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Licence and CPC qualification.
• Previous experience in a transport, fleet, or workshop environment.
• Good practical understanding of vehicle maintenance and workshop processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee daily workshop jobs ensuring parts are available.
• Support mechanics with basic practical tasks when required.
• Maintain a tidy, safe, and well-organised workshop environment.
• Carry out routine vehicle and truck checks.
• Help schedule and track routine vehicle maintenance.
• Liaise between office and workshop teams for smooth operations.
• Complete administrative duties such as filing and data entry.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Practical understanding of vehicle maintenance

Computer literacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Transport & Fleet Operations Coordinator

Job Reference: 545615

Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain

Hythe, Kent

Permanent

Transport & Fleet Operations Coordinator

Location: Hythe, Kent
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Pay: £32,000 - £35,000 per year (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-Time, On-Site

Role Overview

HRGO Recruitment Ashford is looking for a proactive and versatile Transport & Fleet Operations Coordinator to support daily operations across both the office and workshop.
This is a hands‑on, varied role that combines administrative and practical duties to ensure the smooth running of workshop activities, vehicle maintenance schedules, and transport compliance.

It offers an excellent opportunity for someone with transport or fleet experience-and a "can-do" attitude-to develop further in a professional logistics environment.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and oversee daily workshop jobs, ensuring all parts and consumables are available for mechanics.

Support mechanics and workshop staff with basic practical tasks when required.

Maintain a tidy, safe, and well‑organised workshop environment, including stock and equipment management.

Carry out routine vehicle and truck checks, ensuring all inspection and compliance records are up to date.

Help schedule and track routine vehicle maintenance, reporting issues to the Transport Manager.

Provide assistance to drivers in relation to vehicle defects, breakdowns, or urgent issues-occasionally outside normal working hours.

Liaise between office and workshop teams to ensure smooth communication and workflow.

Complete administrative duties such as filing, document preparation, data entry, and updating compliance records.

Support general operational and transport planning duties as directed by the Transport Manager.

Valid HGV Licence and CPC qualification.

Previous experience in a transport, fleet, or workshop environment.

Good practical understanding of vehicle maintenance and workshop processes.

Strong organisational and communication skills.

Computer literate and confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Flexible, hands‑on attitude and ability to adapt between workshop and office environments.

Positive, team-focused approach with attention to detail.

Company pension

Life insurance

Free on-site parking

Private medical insurance

Interested?
Apply today or contact HRGO Recruitment - Ashford Branch for more information.