Transport Clerk

Staffline; Bridgwater; Presencial; GBP 27.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

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Career progression opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Staffline is recruiting a Transport Clerk in Bridgwater to support the day-to-day running of the transport department. You will ensure drivers are briefed, dispatched accurately and all transport documentation is completed correctly.

This role suits someone with strong administration skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to communicate confidently with drivers and operational teams in a fast-paced environment.

Formación

• Previous administration experience within a transport or logistics environment desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organised and able to prioritise workload effectively.
• Knowledge of Driver Working Time Directive and transport compliance would be beneficial.

Responsabilidades

• Driver pre-briefs and dispatch activities.
• Preparing driver packs, delivery notes and SmartPOD equipment.
• Recording driver start times, mileage and shift information.
• Driver debriefs and ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately.
• Maintaining transport records and compliance documentation.
• Updating transport systems and ensuring accurate data entry.
• Acting as the first point of contact for driver queries.
• Supporting First Line Managers with daily operational administration.
• Escalating any operational issues, delays or compliance concerns.

Conocimientos

Administration skills

Attention to detail

Communication with drivers

Herramientas

Microlise

Tachomaster

Descripción del empleo

recruiting for a Transport Clerk to join our busy transport operation

in Bridgwater.

This is a key role

supporting the day-to-day running of the transport department, ensuring drivers are fully briefed, accurately dispatched and all transport documentation is completed correctly.

This position is

ideal for someone with strong administration skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to communicate confidently with drivers and operational teams in a fast-paced environment.

Shift Pattern

This role operates on a two-week rotating pattern:

Week 1 Sun: Work | Mon: Work | Tue: Rest Day | Wed: Work | Thu: Work | Fri: Work | Sat: Rest Day

Week 2 Sun: Rest Day | Mon: Work | Tue: Work | Wed: Work | Thu: Rest Day | Fri: Work | Sat: Work

• 03:00 - 12:15 shift
• 9-hour shifts
• 45 hours per week
• Overtime paid at 1.2x for hours worked above 45 hours per week

Your Time at Work

• Driver pre-briefs and dispatch activities
• Preparing driver packs, delivery notes and SmartPOD equipment
• Recording driver start times, mileage and shift information
• Driver debriefs and ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately
• Maintaining transport records and compliance documentation
• Updating transport systems and ensuring accurate data entry
• Acting as the first point of contact for driver queries
• Supporting First Line Managers with daily operational administration
• Escalating any operational issues, delays or compliance concerns

Our Perfect Worker

• Previous administration experience within a transport or logistics environment desirable
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Organised and able to prioritise workload effectively
• Experience using Microlise and Tachomaster would be advantageous
• Knowledge of Driver Working Time Directive and transport compliance would be beneficial

Key Information and Benefits

• £29,843.55 per annum
• 03:00 - 12:15 shift
• 45 hours per week
• Overtime paid at 1.2x after 45 hours
• Permanent position for the right candidate
• Rotating two-week shift pattern
• Career progression opportunities
• Transport and logistics experience desirable but not essential

Job Ref - D1DMB