Transport Clerk

Booker Group; Park Gate; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the UK seeks a Transport Clerical Assistant to support day-to-day transport operations. You will assist with administrative tasks, manage delivery paperwork, and ensure efficient communication with drivers and warehouse teams. The ideal candidate should possess strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and experience in a transport role. A positive, team-focused attitude and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience with HGV drivers or within a similar transport role is ideal.
• Comfortable using computer systems and following company procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the transport team with daily administrative tasks.
• Producing and processing delivery paperwork, driver manifests, and reports.
• Monitoring delivery schedules and updating systems accordingly.
• Communicating with drivers, warehouse teams, and management to resolve issues.
• Maintaining transport records accurately.

Skills

Strong organisational and time-management skills

Attention to detail

Confident communication skills

Ability to use Microsoft Office

Ability to work under pressure

Team-focused attitude

Job description

Shift Pattern: Double Days Rotation: any 5 out of 7

1st week: 06:00 - 14:00

2nd week: 14:00 - 22:00

As a Transport Clerical Assistant at Booker, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day administration of the transport operation, ensuring goods are delivered efficiently, accurately, and on time. Working closely with the Transport Team, drivers, and warehouse colleagues, you will help maintain smooth logistics operations while providing excellent administrative and customer service support.

This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised, detail‑focused, and confident working in a fast‑paced environment where accuracy and communication are essential.

Whether it’s giving drivers their paperwork, supporting with route departures, gathering Tachograph reports, debriefing drivers or generally being supportive with any challenges that arise, you’ll be an essential part of the Transport Operations Team.

• Supporting the transport team with daily administrative tasks
• Producing and processing delivery paperwork, driver manifests, and reports
• Monitoring delivery schedules and updating systems accordingly
• Communicating with drivers, warehouse teams, and management to resolve issues
• Accurately inputting data and maintaining transport records
• Handling queries and providing timely updates on deliveries
• Ensuring compliance with company procedures and transport regulations

Experience with HGV drivers or within a similar transport role would be ideal however, we will consider transferable skills.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Comfortable using computer systems and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• A positive, team‑focused attitude