Transport Administration Assistant

Confidential; Northampton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Mon-Fri hours

Grange Park, Northampton location

Opportunity for long-term roles

Supportive environment

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Transport Administration Assistant to join the busy transport and logistics team in Grange Park, Northampton. You will provide administrative support, process transport paperwork, and maintain systems to help deliveries run smoothly.

The role requires strong IT skills, excellent communication, and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. A proactive approach and the ability to prioritise workloads are essential, with Monday–Friday hours and long-term

Qualifications

• Experience in a transport, logistics, or warehouse environment.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support to the Transport Department
• Processing transport documentation and delivery paperwork
• Updating and maintaining transport management systems and databases
• Liaising with drivers, warehouse teams, and customers
• Monitoring deliveries and ensuring accurate records are maintained
• Handling inbound and outbound telephone calls and emails
• Assisting with vehicle and route planning administration
• Producing reports and providing general office support as required

Skills

Administration

Communication

Organisation

Attention to detail

Prioritisation

Proactive

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of our client based in Grange Park, Northampton for a Transport Administration Assistant to join their busy transport and logistics team. Location: Grange Park, Northampton Salary: 14.56 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00am to 6:30pm Contract: Full-time, Ongoing Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and supporting transport operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support to the Transport Department
• Processing transport documentation and delivery paperwork
• Updating and maintaining transport management systems and databases
• Liaising with drivers, warehouse teams, and customers
• Monitoring deliveries and ensuring accurate records are maintained
• Handling inbound and outbound telephone calls and emails
• Assisting with vehicle and route planning administration
• Producing reports and providing general office support as required

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous administration experience, ideally within a transport, logistics, or warehouse environment
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure
• A proactive and positive approach to work
• Experience with transport systems would be advantageous but is not essential

What's on Offer?

• Competitive pay rate of 14.56 per hour
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Opportunity to gain experience within a leading logistics operation
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Potential for long-term opportunities