Trainee Transport Operator

Job Vacancy

 Trainee Transport Operator

(Ref:  TTO/08/26)

Permanent / Full time Position [40/hrs per week] Monday to Friday

Hours: will be discussed at interview

Location:  Duncrue Street, Belfast (however due to the nature of the post, the successful candidate must be willing to travel to other sites (transport will be provided), as and when required.

We are looking to appoint a Trainee Transport Operator to join our busy Transport team.  The ideal candidate must have a genuine interest in developing a career in Transport and enjoy working with people.

Reporting to the Transport Supervisor, the Trainee Transport Operator will progress through a customised training plan, mentored by experienced members of our team. You will be given the opportunity to learn new skills with the aim of successfully integrating into the business as a permanent Trainee Transport Operator within an 18–24-month period. Salary will be reviewed in line with successful completion of development milestones.

As you progress through your training plan, the key Duties and Responsibilities are:

• Scheduling & Rescheduling Ad-Hoc or Missed Collections requests
• Assist in Holiday Rescheduling to ensure maximum route efficiency
• Actioning Driver or Customer Queries in a timely manner
• Compiling Daily / Weekly KPI Reports
• Provide Weighbridge Cover when necessary
• Daily Handover with PM Staff
• Daily Debrief with all Drivers & Helpers
• Daily Routine Checks on Weighing Equipment
• Route Monitoring to ensure customer SLAs are adhered to
• Liaising with crews to ensure route completion
• Adhere to all Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Be flexible in undertaking the duties and responsibilities attached to your role and carry out any other reasonable tasks as required by the Company

Essential Criteria

• Strong geographical knowledge of Northern Ireland
• Can work independently and enjoys working as part of a team
• Confident communicator with good communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent organisational/administrative skills
• IT literate – competent in Microsoft office suite in particular Excel
• Flexible approach to working hours including working weekends and Bank Holidays
• Valid UK Driving licence as will be required to provide Weighbridge cover at Portadown site, as and when required.

Desirable Criteria

• Previous experience working within the Transport Sector
• Previous weighbridge experience

What We Offer!

• Competitive salary & Performance Bonus
• Opportunities for personal growth and development
• Eligible for Company Sick pay and DIS benefit after one years’ continuous service
• Eligible for Private Healthcare Scheme & Cash Health Benefit (upon successful completion of probation)
• 33 days annual leave including Bank holidays
• Company pension scheme

*The successful candidate must be able to provide documentation to verify their right to work in the UK*

How do you apply?

If you are interested in applying for this position, you should complete the Company application form and return by EMAIL to recruitment@riverridge.co.uk

no later than 5.00pm on Thursday 27^th August 2026

In the event of a large number of applications we reserve the right to enhance our selection criteria at the short-listing stage.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer