Transport Operations Assistant

Stagefreight; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company in live events is seeking a Transport / Operations Assistant based in Bradford. This role involves handling calls, supporting drivers, and performing administrative tasks while requiring solid transport knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The company offers a dynamic work environment with ongoing training and support. This full-time position allows for some flexibility in working hours, ideal for those passionate about the live entertainment industry.

Benefits

Casual dress

Company events

Company pension

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Solid transport knowledge and good geography skills are essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Strong organizational abilities to effectively prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming calls and direct inquiries professionally.
• Liaise with team members to create accurate driver job sheets.
• Provide first-line support to drivers and assist the transport team.

Skills

Transport Knowledge

Geography Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Organisational Abilities

Communication Skills

Job description

Stagefreight are a long established industry leader supporting music concerts, the arts and live events transport and part of the Stagetruck Group of Companies who specialise in transporting music tours for the World's largest artists and bands.

Working in the music and live entertainment industry you will be part of a growing trucking company who have bases and facilities in the North and South of England and in Central Holland.

Stagefreight Ltd are looking for a Transport / Operations Assistant, Based at our Bradford office with strong transport links to Leeds and the surrounding areas.

You will be working closely with our Operations, Compliance and Accounts managers in a varied role in a shared office situated at the hub of our Northern Operation.

Duties / Key Responsibilities

• Handle incoming calls with professional phone etiquette, directing enquiries as appropriate
• Liaise with the team to produce accurate driver job sheets
• Perform general operational administration tasks.
• Provide first – line support to our drivers and assist the transport team.
• Build/maintain relationships with new and existing clients – in live events and GH
• Support team members with various administrative projects as needed.
• Build/maintain relationships with new and existing clients – in live events and GH
• Respond to new customer quotations
• Book ferries, GMRs, PBNs - we will provide training for this

Requirements

• Solid Transport Knowledge as well as good geography skills is a must
• Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar)
• Strong organisational abilities to prioritise tasks effectively
• Good phone etiquette with clear communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Working a 37.5 hour week between 0830 - 1700 with some flexibility.

In return, we offer a dynamic and developing working environment within an exciting industry. If you enjoy the live entertainment world, this would be the ideal opportunity for you to level-up your career.

Ongoing training will be provided and continued support from all our colleagues from the various group offices.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person