Transport Administrator

People Providers; Cannock; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

WS Solutions is seeking a meticulous Transport Administrator to join the Cannock depot. In this role you will support the transport operation with essential admin tasks, ensuring accurate documentation, compliant records and smooth day-to-day activities for drivers and planners.

You will collaborate with drivers, customers and internal teams, maintaining records, handling paperwork and updates across systems. A proactive, detail-oriented approach is essential in this busy transport environment.

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience in transport or logistics.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills: Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Excellent communication and customer service.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure.
• Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day admin support to the transport team.
• Maintain driver and vehicle records.
• Process delivery paperwork and transport documentation.
• Update internal systems with driver, vehicle and shift data.
• Liaise with drivers, customers and internal departments.
• Assist with driver onboarding and compliance docs.
• Support planning team with transport admin tasks.
• File, scan and maintain electronic records.
• Answer calls and emails professionally.
• Ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Transport Administrator

Location: Cannock

Salary: £14.00 p/h

Hours: Monday to Friday 10:00 - 18:00

Job Type: Full Time

Join Our Team

WS Solutions is looking for an organised and proactive Transport Administrator to join our team based in Cannock.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced transport environment. You'll play a key role in supporting our transport operation, working closely with drivers, planners and customers to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the depot.

If you're highly organised, have excellent attention to detail and enjoy working as part of a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Transport Administrator, you'll provide vital administrative support to the transport operation, ensuring all documentation is completed accurately, compliance records are maintained and drivers receive the support they need.

You'll be responsible for a variety of tasks, making this a busy and rewarding role where no two days are the same.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing day to day administrative support to the transport team.
• Maintaining accurate driver and vehicle records.
• Processing delivery paperwork and transport documentation.
• Updating internal systems with driver, vehicle and shift information.
• Liaising with drivers, customers and internal departments.
• Assisting with driver onboarding and compliance documentation.
• Supporting the planning team with transport administration.
• Filing, scanning and maintaining electronic records.
• Answering telephone and email enquiries professionally.
• Ensuring all administrative tasks are completed accurately and within deadlines.

What We're Looking For

• Previous administration experience (transport or logistics experience is desirable but not essential).
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure.
• A positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer

• Free on-site parking.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Friendly, supportive working environment.
• The opportunity to join a growing and successful business.

Work Location: In person - Cannock