Plant & Transport Administrator *Permanent - Gateshead

Office Angels; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Plant & Transport Administrator to join a reputable business in Gateshead. This role involves coordinating plant and transport hires, maintaining equipment records, and supporting transport planning. The ideal candidate has strong administrative skills, proficiency in IT, and excels in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Annual Leave

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Death in Service Benefit

Profit Share Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience in plant, transport, construction, or logistics.
• Confident IT skills in Microsoft Office and database management.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate booking and delivery of plant/equipment.
• Maintain accurate records and issue purchase orders.
• Support transport planning and liaise with site teams.

Skills

Administration experience

IT skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

Overview

Plant & Transport Administrator - New Opportunity! Office Angels are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly reputable business for a Plant & Transport Administrator. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team and play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of equipment hire and transport operations.

Location: Dunston, Gateshead

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £29,000

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Benefits: Free on-site parking, Annual Leave, Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme, Death in Service Benefit, Profit Share Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, plus opportunities for professional development, training, and career advancement.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Plant & Transport Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination of plant/equipment hires and assisting in transport planning. This is a varied role where attention to detail, problem-solving, and excellent organisational skills are key.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the booking, delivery, and collection of plant/equipment for internal and external projects.
• Carry out stock checks, maintain accurate records, and ensure all certification is up to date.
• Issue and manage purchase orders, hire paperwork, damage reports, and service documentation.
• Support transport planning, monitor KPIs, and update fleet records.
• Liaise with site teams, suppliers, and management to resolve queries and ensure service levels are met.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying efficiencies and supporting business processes.

About You

We're looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

Essential skills

• Previous administration experience (ideally within plant, transport, construction, or logistics).
• Confident IT skills (Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, databases).
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritise under pressure.

Desirable (not essential)

• Knowledge of plant/equipment hire, crane operations, or construction.
• Experience in stock control or cost/budget monitoring.

What’s on Offer

If you're looking for your next step in administration and enjoy working in a role that blends coordination, organisation, and communication, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today via Office Angels to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

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