Transport Operator – Flexible Shifts, 33 Days Holiday

Superdrug Stores plc; Houghton Regis; On-site; GBP 29,043 - 35,497; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Staff discounts

Discount on own brand

Pension matching

Wagestream access

Learning & development

Job summary

Superdrug Stores in the United Kingdom is seeking a Transport Administrator to support daily transport operations. You will briefing driving teams, prepare store bags, and liaise with departments to ensure timely deliveries.

The role requires 12 months transport admin experience, familiarity with Telematics, and a meticulous, safety‑minded approach. The position operates on a 4-on 4-off style shift with 40 hours per week and offers strong benefits.

Qualifications

• 12 months previous administrator or operator experience within a transport environment (essential)
• Experience of Telematics and Transport Management Systems would be an advantage
• Flexible approach to performing other duties within the transport operation as requested by your Line Manager
• Attention to detail
• Confident and calm approach to deal with general transport challenges
• Excellent time and attendance record
• Good teamwork skills, as well as the ability to work on your own
• Always demonstrate and maintain a high level of health and safety awareness within Transport, ensuring own safety and the safety of others. Adopting the ASW, H&S Values: Always Safe at work; think smart, think safe.

Responsibilities

• Full briefing and debriefing of driving teams to ensure communication of vital information and feedback captured
• Preparing store bags and updating store instructions
• Communicating with all required departments and support functions to ensure a smooth and timely operation
• Ensure vehicles and trailers are road legal by following site defect processes
• Provide first line contact for driving teams in the event of delivery queries, breakdowns, or emergency incidents
• Engaging with maintenance and breakdown services to assist breakdowns and recoveries
• Provide first line contact with stores in the event of schedule changes, delays and failures
• Supporting other transport functions, holiday and absence cover when required

Skills

Attention to detail

Health and safety awareness

Time discipline

Teamwork

Independent working

Strong work ethic

Calm under pressure

Tools

Telematics

Transport Management Systems

Job description

Superdrug Stores in the United Kingdom is seeking a Transport Administrator to support daily transport operations. You will briefing driving teams, prepare store bags, and liaise with departments to ensure timely deliveries.

The role requires 12 months transport admin experience, familiarity with Telematics, and a meticulous, safety‑minded approach. The position operates on a 4-on 4-off style shift with 40 hours per week and offers strong benefits.