Transport Operations Administrator

Loom Talent; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution business is seeking a Transport Operations Administrator in Wakefield. The role involves managing drivers, compliance tasks, and ensuring accurate paperwork. Ideal candidates will have strong transport operations experience and excellent communication skills. This position offers a salary of £29,000 - £30,000 with the potential to earn £35,000 annually. A flexible and detail-oriented team player is desired.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Transport Operations Administrator in a Logistics Distribution environment.
• Strong IT skills, especially in Microsoft Word & Excel.
• Excellent numeracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Front-of-house driver management including pre-briefs and de-briefs.
• Assist Supervisors with fleet tracking and monitoring.
• Support compliance tasks and transport compliance administration.
• Ensure all paperwork is accurate and managed promptly.
• Handle customer and supplier queries from investigation to resolution.
• Maintain accurate data entry across systems.
• Provide Supervisor cover when required.
• Help maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Transport Operations Administration experience

Strong IT skills

Excellent numeracy

Clear communication skills

Ability to prioritise and organise

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Role: Transport Operations Administrator
Location: Wakefield
Salary: £29,000 - £30,000 (Capability to earn £35,000 PA)
Shift: 4 on 4 off (06:00 - 18:00)

A leading distribution business is seeking a Transport Operations Administrator to join their busy team in Wakefield. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting the Transport Team with day-to-day operations, compliance, and administration.

We're looking for someone with strong Transport Operations Administration experience in a fast-paced distribution environment - someone flexible, detail-focused, and confident stepping up to cover for the Transport Supervisor when needed.

Responsibilities

• Front-of-house driver management - pre-briefs, de-briefs, handing out keys & paperwork
• Assist Supervisors with Track & Trace of fleet and Haulage Hub portal monitoring
• Support ESP compliance tasks and transport compliance admin (driver infringements, OSS trailer input, Convey & Key2 admin)
• Ensure PODs and paperwork are accurate and managed promptly (including InMotion management)
• Handle customer and supplier queries/complaints from investigation through to resolution
• Maintain accurate data entry across Verify, ESP and Key2 systems
• Step up and provide Supervisor cover when required
• Help maintain a safe and compliant working environment in line with H&S policy

Qualifications

• Previous Transport Operations Administrator experience within a Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain environment.
• Strong IT skills - especially Microsoft Word & Excel
• Excellent numeracy and attention to detail
• Clear and confident communication skills - written & verbal
• Ability to prioritise, organise and work to deadlines in a busy environment
• Flexible, proactive and a strong team player with the ability to work independently
• Live within a commutable distance of Wakefield