Transport Operator (Nights)

Transport Operator (Nights)
Northampton (NN4 5FB)

About Us

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company, we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

Transport Operator (Nights) – Northampton (NN4 5FB)) – Sunday to Thursday

We’re looking for an experienced Transport Operator to join our night team at our Grange Park site in Northampton. If you enjoy a quieter shift, more autonomy and being part of a supportive transport operation, this role could be ideal.

Shift & Hours
Sunday to Thursday
22:00 – 06:30

Stable night pattern with no rotating shifts

Pay
£29,536.38 + £1,872 night shift allowance

Competitive package with opportunities to develop and progress

What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll be coordinating deliveries and collections from our Northampton site, ensuring drivers have everything they need to complete their routes safely and on time.

Your night shift will include:

Planning and updating routes

Briefing and debriefing drivers

Managing any issues that arise and keeping the operation running smoothly

Recording abnormalities and updating paperwork

Ensuring compliance with WTD, EU regs and site procedures

This is a quieter shift with fewer interruptions, giving you more control and ownership of the transport plan.

What We’re Looking For
Experience in a Transport Operator / Transport Planner role

Strong route planning skills

Knowledge of WTD, EU Driver Regulations and fleet procedures

Calm under pressure and able to adapt quickly

Confident communicator with a proactive approach

Why Join Us

- Salary of £29,536.38 per annum plus £1,872 shift allowance
- Up to 25 days of holiday (excluding bank holidays) and 5 days of Volunteer Leave per year
- Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Critical Illness Cover
- Free online Fitness Platform (Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and nutrition)
- On-Site Mental Health First Aiders
- Employee benefits such as free eye test, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
- Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
- Tailored development and career opportunities
Up to 25 days holiday + bank holidays

5 days paid volunteer leave

A supportive team and a culture of continuous improvement

If you’re a reliable Transport Operator who enjoys night work and wants a role with stability, autonomy and development opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now – quick and simple application process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Please note that applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

At Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process. Still, we encourage candidates to use them to enhance their applications rather than replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.

Other organisations may call this role Transport Operative, Logistics Operative, Transport Planner, Nightshift Transport Operator, Operations Controller, or Logistics Co-ordinator.

Disability Confident

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer that encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants, regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.