Fleet Planner & Transport Administrator

Kingston Recruitment Ltd; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingston Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Transport Administrator / Transport & Fleet Coordinator on a temporary basis with potential to go permanent. Based in Hull and the Humber region, you will support a busy transport team with vehicle maintenance, tachograph downloads and route planning.

The role requires experience in transport/fleet admin, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, handling driver queries and day-to-day transport needs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a transport, fleet, logistics or similar administrative role.
• Experience of vehicle maintenance scheduling and record keeping.
• Knowledge of tachograph downloads and associated processes.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Confident communicating with drivers and colleagues.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• Good attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Previous experience of route planning would be advantageous.
• Comfortable working independently while also contributing to a wider team.

Responsibilities

• Managing vehicle maintenance schedules and associated filing/records.
• Completing and managing regular tachograph downloads.
• Assisting with vehicle and driver planning.
• Dealing with driver queries and day-to-day transport issues.
• Supporting the effective scheduling and management of the company fleet.
• Assisting with route planning and making adjustments where required.
• Liaising with drivers, suppliers and internal departments.
• Ensuring relevant transport records and documentation are kept up to date.
• Providing route planning cover during periods of holiday and sickness.
• Supporting the wider transport team with general administration.

Skills

Transport administration

Fleet coordination

Tachograph downloads

Route planning

Driver liaison

Organisational skills

Detail orientation

Job description

Kingston Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Transport Administrator / Transport & Fleet Coordinator on a temporary basis with potential to go permanent. Based in Hull and the Humber region, you will support a busy transport team with vehicle maintenance, tachograph downloads and route planning.

The role requires experience in transport/fleet admin, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, handling driver queries and day-to-day transport needs.