Transport Coordinator

Job Description

Transport Administrator

We are recruiting for a Transport Administrator to join our client, a well-established and growing business based in Markfield, Leicester. This is a varied and busy role supporting the day-to-day coordination of vehicles, drivers, deliveries and collections.

Working closely with drivers, customers, suppliers and internal teams, youandrsquo;ll play an important part in ensuring transport operations run smoothly and efficiently. Youandrsquo;ll be responsible for maintaining accurate records, coordinating schedules, monitoring deliveries and providing administrative support to the wider transport team.

As a Transport Administrator you will need to have/be:

andmiddot; Previous experience in transport, logistics, fleet administration, administration or a similar operational environment

andmiddot; Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy

andmiddot; Good communication skills with a professional telephone and email manner

andmiddot; Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and database systems

andmiddot; Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a busy environment

andmiddot; Proactive approach with the ability to identify and resolve issues

andmiddot; Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team

Role of Transport Administrator

andmiddot; Assisting with the planning, scheduling and coordination of daily transport operations, including deliveries, collections, vehicles and drivers

andmiddot; Communicating schedules, timings and instructions to drivers and keeping customers updated on deliveries and potential delays

andmiddot; Monitoring vehicle movements, delivery progress and transport schedules, following up on late, missed or unsuccessful deliveries

andmiddot; Maintaining accurate transport, vehicle, driver, customer and delivery records, including licences, training and proof-of-delivery information

andmiddot; Preparing transport documentation, updating databases and spreadsheets, and producing regular transport reports

andmiddot; Recording vehicle mileage, fuel usage, defects and maintenance requirements, and arranging servicing, inspections and repairs

andmiddot; Monitoring MOT, insurance, inspection and other vehicle documentation to support transport compliance

andmiddot; Acting as a point of contact for customers, drivers, suppliers and internal teams, dealing with queries and resolving delivery discrepancies

andmiddot; Checking transport and subcontractor invoices against agreed rates and completed work, assisting with any discrepancies or financial queries

andmiddot; Assisting with audits, compliance checks and maintaining required transport documentation

andmiddot; Reporting accidents, incidents, near misses and health and safety concerns appropriately

andmiddot; Supporting the Transport Manager and wider operations team with general administration and additional duties as required

Desirable:

andmiddot; Previous experience within a transport, logistics, distribution, fleet or haulage environment

andmiddot; Knowledge of driversand#39; hours and working time regulations

andmiddot; Experience using transport management, fleet management or logistics software

andmiddot; Experience coordinating drivers, vehicles, deliveries or collections

andmiddot; Experience dealing with vehicle maintenance, servicing, MOTs or insurance

andmiddot; Understanding of transport compliance and health and safety requirements

Details of working as a Transport Administrator:

Salary: Starting from andpound;26,000, depending on experience

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, full time

Location: Markfield, Leicester

Duration: Permanent

Supportive team environment

Training and development opportunities