Transport Manager

365 People; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and transport provider in Lutterworth is seeking a Transport Administrator for a key day shift position. The role involves responsibilities like briefing and de-briefing drivers, maintaining transport records, and supporting the wider logistics operation. Candidates should have strong communication, organizational skills, and be IT literate. This opportunity offers competitive pay, training, and a favorable 4 on, 4 off work pattern for excellent work/life balance.

Benefits

Competitive pay

4 on, 4 off shift pattern

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

PPE and uniform provided after probation

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to handle paperwork and data accurately.
• Experience in transport, logistics, or administration is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Brief drivers about routes and loads before their shifts.
• De-brief drivers after their shift, checking paperwork.
• Update transport systems and spreadsheets with accurate information.
• Assist with job amendments and rescheduling as needed.
• Maintain accurate transport records.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

IT literate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Company

A well-established logistics and transport provider, delivering transport and distribution solutions across the UK. Operating 24/7, supporting major retailers and suppliers, making sure goods are moved safely, efficiently and on time. Success is built on a strong transport team, clear communication, and a genuine commitment to excellent customer service.

About the Role

Transport Administrator (days) – An opportunity to join the busy transport office. Working as part of the night transport team, you\'ll be responsible for driver briefings and debriefs, keeping systems updated, and ensuring all transport paperwork is accurate and complete.

This is a hands-on transport administration role where you\'ll help keep night operations running smoothly, supporting both drivers and the wider logistics operation.

Responsibilities

• Briefing drivers before their shifts with routes, loads and job details.
• De-briefing drivers on return, checking PODs and completing all paperwork.
• Logging, checking and scanning driver and transport paperwork.
• Updating transport systems and spreadsheets with accurate information.
• Assisting with route changes, job amendments and rescheduling where required.
• Maintaining accurate transport and logistics records in line with company procedures.
• Supporting the transport planners and wider transport team with general admin.
• Communicating with drivers, customers and colleagues to keep operations running smoothly.

What You\'ll Need to Succeed

• Strong communication skills – confident speaking with drivers and colleagues in a busy transport office.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to handle paperwork and data accurately.
• Solid organisational skills and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced logistics environment.
• IT literate – comfortable using Microsoft Office and internal transport systems.
• Able to work independently on day shifts as well as part of a close-knit transport team.
• Previous experience in transport, logistics, distribution or administration is desirable, but full training can be provided for the right person.
• If you\'ve worked as a Transport Administrator, Transport Clerk, Transport Office Administrator, Logistics Administrator or Transport Coordinator, your experience would be highly relevant.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive pay (DOE).
• 4 on, 4 off day shift pattern - offering an excellent work/life balance.
• Full training, ongoing development in transport and logistics, and progression opportunities.
• Company pension scheme and employee recognition awards.
• PPE and uniform provided after probation.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a logistics and transport team in a key day shift Transport Administrator role that keeps operations running efficiently and customers happy. If you\'re organised, reliable and interested in building a career in transport and logistics, we\'d love to hear from you.