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Current vacancies

Posted on 01-01-2018 by admin

We are always on the lookout for top quality, multi-drop drivers with LGV licences. If you have a forklift or ADR licence then this would be an advantage.

Please get in touch by calling 0845 680 2000 or emailing jobs@steveportertransport.com

 

Flexi Drive Scheme

Steve Porter Transport Group are at the forefront of recognising the flexibility that some drivers need to achieve a fantastic Work / Life balance.

We have therefore launched our “FLEXI-DRIVE” scheme which enables drivers to select their own working days ranging from 1 to 5 days per week Monday to Sunday and the flexibility to change the number of days worked per week*.

(*Terms & Conditions apply).

Jobs available:

 LGV 1 – Day work & Tramper including ADR based Southampton & Cowes

 LGV 1 – Night work – Trailers & Containers including ADR based Southampton & Cowes

 LGV 2 – Daytime Distribution work based Portsmouth & Cowes

Days of work based on “FLEXI-DRIVE” scheme.

Please apply by e-mail to: vacancies@steveportertransport.com

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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Transport Planner PM – Hilsea , Portsmouth.

Steve Porter Transport Group are a leading privately owned 3rd party transport and logistics company with almost 4 decades of experience and a strong reputation for quality and efficiency in the shared user and dedicated transport solutions industry.

Due to our continued growth and success we have a vacancy for a Transport Planner – PM to work in our busy Hilsea, Portsmouth Distribution depot. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and hands on individual who is able to work on their own initiative alongside being part of a bigger team.

We can offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience & contributory pension.

Working Hours: Monday – Friday 11.00 – 21.00, every fourth Saturday AM.

The main responsibilities of the Transport Planner include:

• Planning and consolidating a variety of loads in the most efficient way possible.
• Offering the highest level of service to our customers, both internal and external.
• Managing and liaising with drivers in order to achieve all targets.
• Working closely with our all of our operational teams in order to ensure that the highest level of service is achieved both internally and externally.

The essential qualities of the Transport Planner include:

• Demonstrable experience of both planning and driver management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the transport and logistics sector.
• Good geographical knowledge of the UK.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the commercial drive to make a success of this role.

 

If your skills match the above then we would like to hear from you so please apply to:

Vacancies@steveportertransport.com

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Counterbalance Fork Lift Truck operators – HILSEA

Steve Porter Transport Group have 2 vacancies for Counterbalance Fork Lift Truck operators based at our HILSEA site.

WORKING TIME : 2 Shifts available: Mon – Fri 0500-1300hrs, Tue – Sat 0200-1000hrs.

TASKS:

• To work within the Transit and Warehouse teams managing the physical handling of clients’ goods.
• The loading and unloading of palletised goods in an accurate and efficient manner whilst meeting specific deadlines.
• To report any damage to goods, directly to the Shift Supervisor.
• To monitor and report any discrepancies to the Shift Supervisor Manager.
• To complete all MHE checks as instructed and inform the Shift Supervisor of any defects.
• To Input Inbound & outbound freight onto computer system when necessary.
• To produce and apply freight labels when necessary.
• To ensure that all tip sheets and load notes are signed and returned to the

Transport desk on a daily basis in a timely manner.

•  To provide general assistance where necessary in the Warehouse / Transit Operations.

• To assist the management when required.
• To ensure the company’s disciplinary code is adhered to at all times.
• To ensure that all incidents and accidents and near misses are reported in a timely manner using the appropriate forms.
• To help maintain a safe working environment in line with H&S Act 1974.
• To maintain good self-presentation.
• To undertake any reasonable task /request from management
• To consider and maintain cost effectiveness at all times

 

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Positive, ‘can do’ attitude
• Interpersonally effective
• Influence people positively
• Listen with respect to the views of others
• Communicate with courtesy and proactively at all times
• Take issue with the issue, not with the person
• Develop trust and respect from colleagues across the organisation
• Be constructive and supportive in your interactions
• Identify problems early and respond in a timely fashion
• Demonstrate personal drive
• Communicate effectively (active listening, questioning, expressing self clearly and concisely)
• Positive and pro-active approach to work
• Contribute pro-actively, positively and professionally to formal and informal discussions with all colleagues

• Approachable to all colleagues
• Ensure that your behaviours and actions are neither overbearing or disrespectful to your colleagues
• Work collaboratively and co-operatively at all time with colleagues
• Focus on achieving the company goals and objectives
• Use humour appropriately and respectfully

   

SKILLS REQUIREMENT: –

• The job holder will have a commitment to accuracy and efficiency.
• The jobholder will be conversant with the safe handling of goods.
• The jobholder will have the ability to motivate and lead the workforce.
• The jobholder will have an in depth knowledge of Steve Porter transport Group, its standards and procedures.
• The jobholder will have an up to date FLT / Counterbalance license.

 

 To apply please email your details to : vacancies@steveportertransport.com

 

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.