Are you highly organised, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy being at the heart of a busy operation?

Our client is looking for a Transport Administrator to join their friendly and professional transport team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administration skills and a passion for keeping operations running efficiently. You'll play a key role in supporting transport activities, liaising with drivers, customers and planners, and ensuring everything is delivered on time and in full.

What's in it for you?

• Monday to Friday working pattern
• £13.46 per hour
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Training and development opportunities
• Varied and rewarding role with real responsibility

The Role

As a Transport Administrator, you'll be responsible for supporting the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring compliance, communication and accuracy across all activities.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing administrative support in line with transport legislation, company policies and procedures
• Working closely with the Transport Management team
• Ensuring Health & Safety procedures are adhered to at all times
• Supporting the daily transport plan and ensuring collections are completed on time
• Completing and maintaining accurate transport documentation
• Communicating delays, issues and operational updates to the planning team
• Acting as a key point of contact for customer enquiries and schedule changes
• Using Transport Management Systems to manage transport activities
• Monitoring drivers' hours, tachographs and Working Time Directive compliance
• Managing and controlling subcontractor requirements
• Assisting with vehicle defect management and the Vehicle Off Road (VOR) process

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates who are:

• Knowledgeable in drivers' hours regulations and Working Time Directive requirements
• Excellent communicators who can build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues
• Calm and professional when working under pressure
• Flexible, reliable and able to manage a variety of tasks accurately
• Proactive team players who can also work independently and make decisions when needed
• Confident using Microsoft Office and general computer systems
• Experienced with Transport Management Systems (advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided)

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same and you can make a real impact within a busy transport operation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your transport and logistics career!

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