TRANSPORT ADMIN

The Best Connection; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Online registration

28 days holiday

Personal Accident Insurance

Pension provision

On-Line Payslips

Job summary

The Best Connection is seeking a Transport Administrator (Nights) in Barnsley to support a busy night transport operation. You will handle general admin duties, ensure transport compliance, and liaise with drivers and warehouse staff to maintain smooth nightly operations.

This temporary 12-week assignment offers a nights shift (18:00–06:00) on a 4 on 4 off pattern, with holiday pay accrual. An organised, detail-oriented candidate with IT proficiency will fit well.

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience in a transport/logistics environment.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform general transport administration duties.
• Monitor and maintain transport compliance records.
• Manage driver paperwork and vehicle documentation.
• Investigate and resolve transport-related issues as they arise.
• Update transport management systems accurately.
• File delivery paperwork and PODs; assist with driver debriefs.
• Communicate routes, delays, and requirements to drivers.
• Produce reports and support the transport team.

Skills

Admin experience

Transport knowledge

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Transport Administrator (Nights) - Temporary 12 Week Assignment

Job Title: Transport Administrator (Nights)

Location: Barnsley

Pay Rate: £14.00 per hour (Holiday pay accrued) / £15.69 per hour (Holiday pay included)

Holiday Pay: You can choose to have your holiday pay accrued and paid when you take annual leave, or receive it as rolled-up holiday pay within your regular wages. The rolled-up rate includes the applicable holiday pay uplift.

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off Nights

Hours: 18:00 - 06:00

Duration: Temporary 12 Week Assignment

The Best Connection is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client for a Transport Administrator (Nights) to join a well-established logistics business based in Barnsley. This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual to support a busy transport operation, ensuring compliance requirements are met and daily transport administration is completed efficiently.

About the Role

Working as part of the night transport team, you will be responsible for supporting the transport operation through effective administration, compliance monitoring and problem-solving. You will liaise with drivers, warehouse personnel and management to ensure the smooth running of the operation throughout the night shift.

Your Duties Will Include:

• Completing general transport administration duties
• Monitoring and maintaining transport compliance records
• Managing driver paperwork and vehicle documentation
• Investigating and resolving transport-related issues as they arise
• Updating transport management systems accurately
• Checking and filing delivery paperwork and PODs
• Assisting with driver debriefs
• Communicating with drivers regarding routes, delays and operational requirements
• Producing reports and supporting the wider transport team
• Carrying out additional administrative duties as required

What We're Looking For:

• Previous administration experience within a transport, logistics or distribution environment
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workloads
• A proactive approach to problem-solving
• Understanding of transport compliance requirements would be advantageous

Benefits of Working for The Best Connection Include:

• Online registration
• CPC training
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• 28 days paid holiday
• Personal Accident Insurance
• On-Line Payslips
• Contributory Pension Provision
• PAYE payroll (no admin fees to pay)

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

The Best Connection Group Limited was formed in 1991. The company has a network of 80+ branches throughout the UK, from which it specialises in the supply of temporary labour to the industrial, HGV, warehouse and distribution sectors.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.