Senior Transport Clerk

The Caraires Consultancy; Rugby; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A large expanding logistics client in Rugby seeks a proactive Senior Transport Clerk to join their team. The role involves reporting defects, ensuring compliance, and managing driver logistics in a busy transport office. Ideal for those with experience in the industry looking for a new challenge.

Benefits

Same hourly rate as permanent role from day one

3% employer pension contribution

Annual leave accrued from day one

Regular contact from a Caraires consultant

Referral bonus

Employee of the month recognition

Seasonal gifts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the Transport & Logistics industry.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Reporting vehicle and trailer defects.
• Completing daily risk assessments.
• Managing driver compliance and records.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

People engagement skills

Time management skills

Health and Safety understanding

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Transport Clerk

Location: Rugby (transport required due to location)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 6pm during training; 4 on 4 off days, 6am - 6pm going forward

Contract: Ongoing temporary, potentially permanent for the right candidate

Salary: £29,000

Our large expanding logistics client in Rugby is seeking a forward-thinking, proactive individual to join their busy team. This role is suitable for someone with experience in a busy transport office seeking the next step.

Main Tasks:

1. Reporting and escalating vehicle and trailer defects to the fleet department
2. Completing daily risk assessments
3. Ensuring compliance with the Working Time Directive for the driver workforce
4. Recording and following through on DVSA stops
5. Pro-active coordination of driver CPC records
6. Absence management
7. Handling new starter and leaver details
8. Managing driver holiday requests and shift variations
9. Dealing with vehicle maintenance
10. Supporting management with driver compliance

Person Specification:

1. Proven experience in the Transport & Logistics industry
2. Excellent organisation and communication skills
3. Good understanding of Health and Safety processes
4. Strong people engagement skills and self-driven
5. Excellent interpersonal skills in a customer-facing environment
6. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
7. Strong analytical skills
8. Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
9. Effective time management skills

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Benefits of working through The Caraires Consultancy:

1. Same hourly rate as your permanent role from day one
2. 3% employer pension contribution
3. Annual leave accrued from day one
4. Regular contact from a Caraires consultant
5. Referral bonus: £50 retail voucher for successful full-week placements
6. Employee of the month recognition
7. Seasonal gifts as appreciation for your hard work