Your new companyA well-established Irish transport and logistics provider offering nationwide freight services with a focus on reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction.Your new roleEfficiently manage and run the transport department, ensuring smooth daily operationsEnsure strict compliance with Health & Safety Regulations and company safety proceduresFollow and enforce ISO Quality Management System standardsUse appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) consistently based on work and locationProcess customer quotations in coordination with the General ManagerMonitor and manage transport bookings via email, fax, and telephone, maintaining accurate records in the Freight Management System (FMS)Liaise with customers to confirm customs clearance, delivery documents, and port releases as neededAccess and update shipment status in the Port of Cork CTMS system remotely.Allocate vehicles and manage transport staff to meet delivery and collection requirementsMonitor daily vehicle operations to ensure compliance with customer requests and regulatory requirements, including hazardous cargo documentationAddress customer complaints and queries promptly and professionallyCoordinate driver holiday schedules to maintain adequate staffing levelsMonitor internal email systems to support effective communication and workflowReport fleet, equipment, or plant defects promptly to the Fleet Maintenance Manager or management team.Report and document any workplace accidents immediately, by completing required forms.Authority:Train, discipline, and recruit transport staff as neededDelegate responsibilities and allocate jobs to drivers and vehiclesNegotiate annual agreements when requiredMonitor vehicle operations and driver working hours to ensure compliance with regulationsWhat you'll need to succeed5+ years' proven experience in transport or logistics coordinationStrong organisational and planning skills to manage daily and weekly schedulesAbility to lead and delegate tasks to a small team effectivelyExcellent communication skills for client interaction and internal coordinationFamiliarity with freight systems and transport documentationUnderstanding of health & safety and compliance standards in logistics environmentsWhat you'll get in returnCompetitive salary with opportunities for growthA supportive and professional environment within a growing companyWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Karen Rodrigues in Hays at If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.Desired Skills and ExperienceTransport coordinationLogistics planningFreight managementDelivery schedulingRoute optimizationVehicle allocationCustoms documentationClient account managementTeam supervisionDispatch operationsHays Ireland is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment (Ireland) Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found