Senior Transport Clerk

Driver Hire Borders; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport solutions provider in Hatfield is seeking a Senior Transport Clerk. The role involves overseeing daily administration and planning tasks while ensuring compliance with transport regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and administrative skills, along with industry knowledge. Applications are welcome from individuals residing in the UK within a commutable distance.

Benefits

Employee discount card

Retirement savings plan

Health and Wellbeing resources

Comprehensive holiday package

Qualifications

• Prior drug and alcohol test must be successfully completed.
• Applicants must reside within the UK and within a commutable distance.

Responsibilities

• Planning tasks for the Transport Clerks.
• Data collection and reporting.
• Supporting delivery of Cost, Safety, Productivity, and Service objectives.
• Ensuring vehicles depart at correct temperatures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of drivers' hours and tachograph regulations

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong administrative skills

Effective communication skills

Job description

What's in it for you

At Booker, we offer a great place to work with an attractive benefits package:

• 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 purchases at Tesco for four days after every pay day, thirteen times a year, plus 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile, plus other deals throughout the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet, and home insurance at Tesco bank, terms apply.
• Free eye tests and discounts on glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive discounts on RAC breakdown cover and access to a deals website, including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months, eligibility to join the Save As You Earn share scheme to buy Tesco shares at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan with up to 5% employer match.
• Life Assurance coverage of up to three times your annual pay.
• Health and Wellbeing resources, including Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP.
• A comprehensive holiday package.

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Transport Clerk to support our busy Transport office. You will oversee daily administration, task planning, and support the Transport Clerks, reporting to the Transport Manager, and ensuring KPIs are met.

Essential skills include a keen eye for detail, knowledge of drivers' hours and tachograph regulations, proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, email), strong administrative and communication skills.

Note: Prior to employment, a drug and alcohol test must be successfully completed.

Applicants must reside within the UK and within a commutable distance.

Responsibilities

• Planning tasks for the Transport Clerks
• Data collection and reporting
• Supporting delivery of Cost, Safety, Productivity, and Service objectives
• Ensuring vehicles depart at correct temperatures
• Pre-briefing and debriefing compliance
• Conducting driver checks
• Legal compliance administration
• Covering day and night shifts as per rota
• Supporting management during section managers' absences

Requirements

• Interest and passion for development
• Good relationships with managers and colleagues
• Commitment to excellence
• Effective communication skills
• Team spirit and networking ability
• Adaptability and resilience
• Quick thinking and agility
• Industry knowledge and experience in Transport Operations
• Additional training in budgets