Transport Administrator

Office Angels; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is seeking a Transport Administrator in Canterbury, Kent. This temporary role requires strong communication and transport experience. You will assist in coordinating delivery operations and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates are confident communicators with a can-do attitude. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Experience in a transport focused role is essential.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with various stakeholders.
• Proficiency with IT systems to manage transport documents.

Responsibilities

• Support daily coordination of delivery operations.
• Assist in planning vehicle routes for efficient deliveries.
• Liaise with drivers and customers for clear communication.
• Prepare delivery documentation and monitor vehicle movements.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.

Skills

Transport experience

Strong communication skills

Good IT skills

Team player attitude

Job description

Transport Administrator

Location: Canterbury, Kent

Salary: £12.21ph

Term: Temp to Perm

Hours: Monday to Friday (5am - 2pm)

Start: Immediately

This is a temporary role starting immediately; however this could become a permanent position for the right candidate. The team look for confident communicators with a strong transport experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Transport Manager in the day-to-day coordination of the company's delivery operations.
• Assist in planning and scheduling vehicle routes to ensure efficient and timely deliveries of products.
• Liaise with drivers, warehouse staff, and customers to ensure delivery instructions are clear and completed accurately.
• Prepare and issue delivery documentation, including route sheets and proof of delivery notes.
• Monitor vehicle movements and communicate any delays or changes to relevant departments or customers.
• Ensure driver compliance with company policies, health & safety regulations, and legal requirements.
• Assist with the maintenance of transport records, driver files, and vehicle service schedules.
• Handle transport-related queries and resolve issues promptly to maintain high customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in a transport focused role.
• Strong communication skills.
• Good IT skills to learn new systems.
• A team player with a can-do attitude.

Next Steps

If you're interested in this position and have the skills and attributes listed above then please apply today. Please note if you're suitable and your skills match the role you'll receive an e-mail from us. Remember to call us on (phone number removed) ASAP/within 24 hours to discuss the position in further detail with Pippy or Lindsay. We look forward to your application. This is a Temporary role starting immediately so please only apply if you can start work within a few days' notice.

Equal Opportunities

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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