Traffic Operative

Company: Driver Hire Ipswich
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Location: Bury St Edmunds
Job Description:

Traffic Operative

Pay rate: £15.38 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

Location: Bury St Edmunds

Start Date: ASAP

Benefits

  • £34,000 salary once transferred
  • Staff pension
  • 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Training & development within a multinational transport operator
  • Guaranteed 8.5 hrs per day
  • Upskilling to HGV, ADR and HIAB after satisfactory probation period
  • Referral bonus – introduce a friend and receive a bonus

Job Summary

Responsible for traffic operations in a busy and dynamic transport office, reporting to the duty Transport Manager.

Key responsibilities

  • Driver briefing & debriefing
  • Route & load planning support
  • Live transport monitoring
  • Compliance & safety checks
  • Customer communication
  • Administration & reporting
  • Coordination with warehouse
  • Problem solving

Must‑have skills

  • Strong knowledge of the UK road network
  • Ability to work in a fast‑paced transport office environment
  • Good communication skills for dealing with drivers and customers
  • Competence with transport management systems (TMS) and Microsoft Office
  • Understanding of driver hours, tachograph rules, and transport compliance
  • Ability to work independently during quieter evening periods

How to Apply

Call 01473 480177 or apply below – shifts available immediately. Must commute from Stowmarket, Ipswich, Thetford, Cambridge, Newmarket or surrounding areas to Bury St Edmunds.

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Posted: August 11th, 2026