Transport Administration assistant

DHL Germany; Exeter; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join DHL as a Transport Administration Assistant in Exeter, where you'll coordinate driver engagement, generate transport reports, and support operations. This full-time role offers competitive pay and a range of benefits, making it an excellent opportunity to grow in the logistics sector.

Benefits

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare, and gym)

Affordable loans & an enhanced pension scheme

24/7 employee support service for you and your family

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in data entry and management systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate driver sign-offs and manage defect reporting.
• Assist in generating reports on transport performance metrics.
• Conduct debriefing sessions with drivers after their runs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Data entry proficiency

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Job description

Pay Rate:

£26,000

Grade:

P

Contract Type:

Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns:

Tuesday- Saturday (10:00-18:00)

Location:

Exeter - EX5 1EW

Join Our Team as a Transport Administration Assistant!

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with DHL, an award-winning leader in the supply chain business? We're looking for a Transport Administration Assistant who will play a vital role in keeping our wheels turning and our operations running smoothly at Argos, Exeter!

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

As part of your duties, while maintaining excellent health and safety practices, you will:

• Driver Engagement: Coordinate driver sign-offs and manage defect reporting to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
• Report Generation: Assist in generating reports on transport performance metrics to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Driver Debriefing: Conduct debriefing sessions with drivers after their runs to review performance, address issues, and gather feedback.
• Communication: Act as a liaison between the transport team and the Argos helpdesk, reporting on delivery failures, late arrivals, and other operational matters.
• Support Operations: Collaborate with the transport management team to streamline processes and enhance overall efficiency.

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

We'd love to hear from you if you have the following experience, but don't hesitate to apply if you don't tick every box — we're great at spotting talent and potential in everyone:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in data entry and management systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience in a transport or logistics role is preferred.

WHY CHOOSE US?

Along with competitive pay rates, you will enjoy an award-winning range of benefits including:

• Free confidential 24/7 GP service.
• Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare, and gym).
• Affordable loans & an enhanced pension scheme.
• 24/7 employee support service for you and your family, with access to free counselling and more: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We ensure our resourcing activities are fair, transparent, and consistent across the UK. Learn more about our global approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity

BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE

DHL is the global leader in Supply Chain management, keeping the world moving. Our expert teams work across industries including retail, automotive, healthcare, and more, to deliver for our customers.