Gavin Broadfoot
Durham
Summary
Transport Coordinator with extensive experience in logistics operations, fleet coordination, driver compliance, and personnel management within high-volume transport environments. Proven ability to coordinate daily transport activities, ensure regulatory compliance, manage driver training, and resolve operational issues to maintain service performance. Strong communicator with hands-on experience and a focus on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Transport Coordinator
UPS
Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Coordinate daily transport operations to ensure on-time collections and deliveries in line with service level agreements (SLAs).
- Manage 40 vehicle fleet availability through effective scheduling, servicing coordination, and defect resolution.
- Liaise with external service providers to arrange vehicle maintenance, inspections, and repairs, minimising downtime.
- Monitor driver compliance, including CPC, licence checks, and tachograph legislation.
- Deliver and track mandatory driver training and compliance documentation.
- Support management in maintaining safe, compliant, and efficient working environment.
- Resolve transport disruptions and operational issues promptly to maintain service continuity.
- Oversee customer engagement centre activity, handling queries and resolving issues using proprietary transport and tracking systems.
Package Car Driver
UPS
Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
02.2017 - 09.2025
- Delivered high-volume parcel routes while consistently meeting strict delivery schedules and contractual requirements.
- Supported transport coordination by communicating route issues, delays, and capacity constraints to management.
- Conducted daily vehicle inspections and defect reporting in accordance with company and legal requirements.
- Collaborated with warehouse, transport, and management teams to support efficient load planning and dispatch.
- Mentored new LGV1 drivers, providing guidance on safety procedures, routes, and compliance standards.
- Maintained strong safety record through full compliance with road traffic and company regulations.
LGV1 Driver
Gist Limited
Scotch Corner, North Yorkshire
11.2005 - 02.2017
- Delivered fresh food products nationwide in compliance with food safety and transport legislation.
- Operated LGV vehicles safely while meeting delivery schedules and customer requirements.
- Maintained accurate transport documentation and defect reporting.
- Built strong customer relationships through reliable and professional service delivery.
- Acted as colleague representative, supporting communication between drivers and management.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Operating Goods Vehicle
OCR
Spalding, LincolnshireScottish Qualifications Certificate - Maths, English, Chemistry, Technological Studies, Craft & Design, History
Montrose Academy
Montrose, AngusSkills
- Transport coordination and scheduling
- Fleet management and vehicle utilization
- Driver compliance and checks
- Transport management systems
- Route planning and optimization
- Health and safety compliance
- Driver training and mentoring
- Operational problem-solving
- Customer service and resolution
- KPI monitoring and support
- Stakeholder liaison and supplier management
- People and equipment management
Certification
- C+E Licence
- Driver CPC
- Forklift Operator
- First Aid Trained
- Fire Marshal / Designated Responder
- Previous deployed military experience
INTERESTS
Running and cycling, Scotch whisky history and production, Spanish language, travel, and cuisine
References
References available on request
Timeline
Transport Coordinator
UPS
09.2025 - 01.2026
Package Car Driver
UPS
02.2017 - 09.2025
LGV1 Driver
Gist Limited
11.2005 - 02.2017
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Maths, English, Chemistry, Technological Studies, Craft & Design, History
Montrose Academy
NVQ Level 2 - Operating Goods Vehicle
OCR