Transport Administrator

Pertemps Worcester; Hampton Lovett; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Transport Administrator in Hampton Lovett. This temp-to-perm position offers a salary of £31,925 per annum and requires night shifts after training, with responsibilities including managing transport documentation and ensuring compliance. Experience in a similar role is essential. Interested candidates should apply promptly.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a transport administration role.
• Ability to work night shifts after training.
• Familiarity with DVSA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls and emails promptly and professionally.
• Resolve customer queries and maintain communication records.
• Coordinate with departments and relay information to drivers.
• Keep transport documents and compliance records up to date.
• Perform general administration tasks like data entry and filing.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Location: Droitwich

Hours: Monday - Friday 22:00 - 06:30 / Days whilst training

Pay: £31,925 per annum

Contract: Temp - Perm

Pertemps are currently recruiting for a Transport Administrator on behalf of our client based in Droitwich. This is a temporary-permanent position, working permanent night shifts after a successful trial period. Please note that initial training will take place on the day shift, so flexibility is essential. Previous experience in a similar role is required.

The duties of a Transport Administrator:

• Answer calls and emails promptly and professionally.
• Resolve customer queries and keep accurate communication records.
• Support the Transport Management Team with daily operations and updates.
• Coordinate with other departments and relay information to drivers and depot staff.
• Collect and maintain required transport documents (PODs, delivery notes, defect reports, driver hours, etc.).
• Keep vehicle, driver, and tachograph records up to date for compliance.
• Maintain servicing, MOT, and maintenance records in line with DVSA requirements.
• Prepare documents for audits and complete general admin tasks (filing, scanning, data entry).

The requirements of a Transport Administrator:

• Ensure deliveries are on time and meet contractual requirements.
• Store documents correctly so they are easy to retrieve for audits.
• Track driver training, licence checks, and medicals to ensure they are completed before expiry.
• Communicate customer instructions clearly to depot staff and drivers.
• Maintain customer service levels by processing requests promptly.
• Ensure transport operations follow Health & Safety, DVSA, and company policies.

If you are interested in this role, please click 'APPLY' now and follow the instructions.