Nights Transport Clerk

The Caraires Consultancy; Rothersthorpe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same day rate as permanent

3% pension contribution

Annual leave from day one

Consultant support

Refer a friend bonus

Employee of the month

Seasonal gifts

Job summary

The Caraires Consultancy in Northampton (NN4) is seeking a sharp, organised Transport Clerk for maternity cover until March 2027, with potential extension or permanent placement for the right candidate. The role runs 6pm–6am, 4 on/4 off, with an annual salary of £29,400 (£14.69 per hour) based in our Northampton office.

You will dispatch drivers, manage the Transport Management System, handle paperwork, and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills under pressure.
• Some experience in a transport environment.
• Proficient with MS Office and TMS.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work nights and independently.
• Reliable team player.

Responsibilities

• Driver Brief & Debrief: dispatch drivers with correct paperwork and debrief on return.
• System Management: update and maintain the Transport Management Systems in real time.
• Customer Service: act as a point of contact for drivers, sub-contractors and customers.
• Compliance & Safety: ensure all transport operations comply with legal requirements including driver hours (WTD) and health and safety regulations.
• Paperwork & Administration: manage delivery notes, PODs and manifest tracking.

Skills

Communication

Transport experience

MS Office

Organization

Problem solving

Night shifts

Reliability

Tools

TMS

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Maternity cover until March 2027 - could be extended or go permanent for the right candidate

6pm till 6am - 4 on 4 off

Northampton based - NN4

£29,400pa - £14.69ph

Our client is looking for a sharp, organised, and proactive Transport Clerk to join their logistics team and help ensure the daily operations run like clockwork. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, this is the place for you.

The key responsibilities of a Transport Clerk:

• Driver Brief & Debrief: Efficiently dispatch drivers with correct paperwork and accurately debrief them upon return, checking for any delivery issues or delays.
• System Management: Update and maintain the Transport Management Systems (TMS) in real-time.
• Customer Service: Act as a key point of contact for drivers, sub-contractors, and customers, resolving queries professionally.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all transport operations comply with legal requirements, including driver hours (WTD) and health and safety regulations.
• Paperwork & Administration: Manage delivery notes, proof of deliveries (PODs), and manifest tracking accurately.

The skills & qualities needed:

• To succeed in this role, you need to be a great communicator who can stay calm under pressure
• Ideally have some experience in a transport environment
• Strong IT skills, particularly with MS Office (Excel, Outlook) and exposure to Transport Management Systems
• Exceptional organisational skills with a keen eye for detail
• A problem-solver mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Have worked nights previously
• Reliable

Working through Caraires...

• (1) We pay the same hourly rate as your permanent equivalent from day one.
• (2) We pay 3% employer contribution towards your pension.
• (3) We pay annual leave as you accrue it from day one.
• (4) We will ensure you receive regular contact from a Caraires consultant. Feel free to pop in or call at any time.
• (5) Recommend a friend and you will receive a £25 retail voucher when they work a full week.
• (6) Employee of the month: You could win a monthly prize if you’re nominated by your line manager.
• (7) We will deliver seasonal gifts as a token of recognition for your hard work