Transport Administrator (Shunt office)

YUSEN LOGISTICS CO; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a highly motivated Administrator to join their Transport Shunting team in Derby. The role involves managing various IT systems, liaising with stakeholders, and maintaining operational logs. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and IT proficiency, particularly in Excel and Outlook. The position offers a salary of £33,911.85 along with competitive benefits including 25 days' holiday and mental health support services.

Benefits

25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays)

Free Eye Test

Employee Referral Scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Critical Illness Cover

Tailored development and career opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Previous transport admin experience is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Management of the on-site shunting trailer control system application.
• Liaising with other departments and customers to answer queries.
• Raising defects for shunt vehicles and trailers.

Skills

Good communication skills - verbal and written

Computer literate - Microsoft Applications and MS Teams

Ability to withstand pressure and work to tight deadlines

Attention to detail

Good organisational skills

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Overview

This is an excellent opportunity to join a committed team based at our client's site in Derby. As part of the Shunting office, you will carry out a range of administrative tasks that help ensure the smooth running of daily operations. The role places strong emphasis on the use of IT systems and on clearly communicating information to Shunter Drivers, key stakeholders, and the customer.

Responsibilities

• Management of the on-site shunting trailer control system application.
• Management of onsite container shunting logs.
• Populating information on the parts control systems.
• Ensuring KPI's are created/maintained.
• Liaising with other Yusen departments and customers to answer queries as and when they arise.
• Complete shunt audit information as required.
• Answering email/telephone queries.
• Raising defects for shunt vehicles and trailers / containers.
• Seeking continual improvement opportunities within shunt / site operation.
• Comfortable working a rotating shift pattern and willing to undertake overtime when required.
• In Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process but we encourage the candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.
• We are currently recruiting for a highly motivated Administrator to join our Transport Shunting team in Derby (DE1 9TA) with a rotational shift pattern of Monday to Friday working 05:30 till 14:30 and 15:00 till midnight.
• While previous transport experience is desirable, it is not essential as full training will be provided. The ideal candidate will be confident using IT systems-particularly Excel and Outlook-and will demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good communication skills - verbal and written.
• Computer literate - Microsoft Applications and MS Teams.
• Previous Transport admin experience is an advantage.
• Ability to withstand pressure and work to tight deadlines.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Good organisational skills.
• Yusen Logistics is working to become the world's preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities - through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we're dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world's preferred choice.
• The position offers a salary of £33,911.85.

Benefits of joining us

• 25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays) and 5 days Volunteer Leave per year
• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
• Free Eye Test
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Free online Fitness Platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• On Site Mental health First Aiders
• Employee benefits i.e., Free eye test, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
• Tailored development and career opportunities
• Health cash Plan