Senior Transport Clerk

TN United Kingdom; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Transport Clerk to join their dynamic Transport office. This role focuses on supporting daily operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining high standards of service. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to a successful team. The company offers a supportive environment with ample career progression opportunities and a variety of attractive benefits, making it an excellent place to grow your career in transport operations.

Benefits

Colleague discount card

Discounts at Tesco

Health checks discounts

Pension plan

Life assurance coverage

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Discounted insurance rates

Qualifications

• Keen eye for detail and understanding of transport regulations.
• Strong administration and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Planning tasks and functions of the Transport Clerks.
• Delivering data gathering and reporting routines.
• Ensuring vehicles depart at the correct temperature.

Skills

Administrative Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Drivers’ Hours Knowledge

Tachograph Regulations Knowledge

Team Spirit

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Office

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• Location Hatfield Business Park, Frobisher Way, Hatfield
• Contract Type Permanent
• Hours
• Closing Date 3 August, 2024
• Business Unit Booker Distribution

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Hatfield Business Park, Frobisher Way, Hatfield AL10 9TR

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Transport Clerk to work in our busy Transport office. You will support the day-to-day administration of the Transport department, overseeing the tasks, planning, and functions of the Transport Clerks. They will report to the Transport Manager and contribute to the department’s success by ensuring KPIs are continually met.

It is essential to have a keen eye for detail, an understanding of drivers’ hours and tachograph regulations, and a good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and email. Strong administration skills and good communication are required.

Main Responsibilities

• Planning tasks and functions of the Transport Clerks
• Delivering weekly and periodic data gathering and reporting routines in line with operating mode
• Supporting the delivery of Cost, Safety, Productivity, Service, and Cultural goals
• Ensuring vehicles depart at the correct temperature
• Pre-briefing and debriefing compliance
• Carrying out pre-journey driver checks with the Clerks
• Legal compliance administration
• Covering day and/or night shifts as per rota
• Supporting the management team by covering Section Managers' holidays

You will need

• Interest and passion to develop yourself to the next level
• Ability to maintain good relationships with managers, peers, and colleagues
• Desire and commitment to do your best for the company
• Good communication skills to share knowledge and promote best practices
• Ability to contribute to a positive team spirit and build effective networks
• Adaptability and resilience to meet changing business demands; quick thinking is essential
• Agility in supporting managers in decision-making and handling change
• Industry knowledge and experience in Transport Operational Support management
• Additional training around budgets

What's in it for you

At Booker, we offer a great place to work and opportunities for career progression, along with the following benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year
• After 3 months, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most Tesco purchases for four days after each pay period, plus 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off F&F purchases
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM-only deals with Tesco Mobile and other deals throughout the year
• Up to 30% off car, pet, and home insurance at Tesco Bank (terms apply)
• Free eye tests when spending £50 or more, with 30% off glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy
• Discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
• Access to discounted deals and a cycle-to-work scheme
• After 3 months, the option to join the Save As You Earn share scheme at a discount
• Retirement savings plan (pension) with up to 5% employer match
• Life assurance coverage of up to three times your annual pay
• Health and wellbeing support, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family