Transport Admin/Planner

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics firm in Birmingham is seeking a motivated Transport Administrator / Planner to join their team. This role involves creating efficient transport schedules, maintaining compliance records, and ensuring excellent communication with customers and suppliers. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and organisational skills, and a background in transport planning is a plus. Offering competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Career Development

Supportive Team

Variety in responsibilities

Qualifications

• Ability to build good working relationships.
• Experience in transport planning or administration (not essential).
• Knowledge of UK geography is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Create efficient schedules and routing plans.
• Maintain accurate records of driver hours and vehicle checks.
• Handle queries and updates via email and telephone.
• Update transport systems and keep logs up to date.
• Resolve day-to-day issues relating to transport operations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational abilities

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Transport Administrator / Planner

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £33,000 – £35,000

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Transport Administrator / Planner to join a busy and fast-paced logistics operation. This role combines planning and administrative responsibilities, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their skills within transport.

Responsibilities

• Transport Planning: Create efficient schedules and routing plans to ensure timely deliveries.
• Compliance Administration: Maintain accurate records of driver hours, vehicle checks, and legal documentation in line with regulations.
• Customer & Supplier Communication: Handle queries and updates via email and telephone, ensuring clear and professional communication.
• Task & Data Management: Update transport systems, input data accurately, and keep logs up to date.
• Problem Solving: Resolve day-to-day issues relating to transport operations, escalating where required.
• Document Control: Ensure all paperwork, PODs, and records are completed and filed correctly.
• Team Support: Assist planners and managers with both operational and administrative tasks.
• Policy Adherence: Follow company procedures and compliance requirements at all times.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills with the ability to build good working relationships.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in administration tasks.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and capable of handling confidential information.
• Flexible and proactive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in transport planning or transport administration (but not essential).
• Knowledge of transport compliance, working time regulations, and UK geography (advantageous).

What’s on Offer

• Career Development: Opportunities to progress in transport planning and compliance.
• Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative and positive environment.
• Variety: A role that combines administration and planning responsibilities.