Transport Operations Administrator

Hr Dept; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary 30k

Annual leave 23 days

Paid training

Mentor support

Team environment

Career development

Driver training potential

Job summary

Community Transport Waltham Forest is seeking a Transport Operations Administrator in Walthamstow. This entry-level role offers full training and a clear path to more senior operations work, with a Monday–Friday schedule and occasional weekend cover.

No prior office or transport experience is required; we’ll provide comprehensive induction and ongoing support. You’ll join a supportive team and gain valuable operations exposure in a busy transport setting.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; full paid training provided.
• UK driving licence is essential.
• Graduate calibre or entry-level welcome.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate bookings, driver allocations and daily transport schedules.
• Maintain operational records, shift registers and reports.
• Communicate with drivers, customers, garages and suppliers.
• Support fleet management, vehicle inspections and maintenance arrangements.
• Monitor the safe return of vehicles and crews.
• Manage schedule changes and cancellations with Dial-a-Ride.
• Follow operational procedures and uphold high safety standards.

Skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Written English

Verbal communication

Team player

Driver licence

Job description

Transport Operations Administrator

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 10:30 am-6:30 pm, with very occasional weekend cover

Experience: No experience required with full, paid training provided

Launch Your Career in Transport Operations

Are you organised, proactive and keen to build a career where you can develop valuable skills, take on responsibility and make a real difference?

Community Transport Waltham Forest is looking for a motivated Transport Operations Administrator to join our team in Walthamstow. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate calibre person or anyone looking to start a career in transport, logistics or operations.

No previous office, administration or transport experience is needed. We'll provide full, paid training and ongoing support. We're looking for someone reliable, personable and keen to learn, with the potential to grow into a more senior operational role over time.

Who We Are

We provide essential transport services to older and disabled people across Waltham Forest, helping reduce loneliness and social isolation and enabling people to stay connected to their communities.

You'll play an important part in ensuring our services run safely, efficiently and reliably.

What You'll Be Doing

Working alongside our Fleet Supervisor, you'll learn to:

• Coordinate bookings, driver allocations and daily transport schedules.
• Maintain accurate operational records, shift registers and reports.
• Communicate with drivers, customers, garages and suppliers.
• Support fleet management, vehicle inspections and maintenance arrangements.
• Monitor the safe return of vehicles and crews.
• Manage schedule changes and cancellations with Dial-a-Ride.
• Follow operational procedures and help maintain high safety standards.

You'll gain hands-on experience in a busy operational environment where every day brings something different.

What We're Looking For

You don't need experience, just the right attitude and a willingness to learn.

You'll be:

• Organised, accurate and attentive to detail.
• A confident communicator with good written and spoken English.
• Reliable, proactive and comfortable working as part of a team.
• Caring and patient, with a genuine interest in supporting older and disabled people.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.

What We Offer

• £30,000 annual salary.
• 23 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Full induction, paid training and a dedicated mentor.
• A friendly, supportive team environment.
• Practical experience and opportunities for career development.
• The opportunity to undertake driver training and potentially work towards a D1 licence.
• Meaningful work that makes a positive difference in the local community.

Ready to Get Started?

If you're looking for a role that combines professional development, real responsibility and purpose, we'd like to hear from you.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 30th OCTOBER 2026