Transport Administrator

Transport Administrator

Permanent Full Time Role

Location: Lichfield

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Transport Planners with daily route planning, driver administration and transport documentation.
• Maintain transport records, driver files and vehicle documentation.
• Monitor and arrange 6‑weekly inspections, MOTs and vehicle servicing schedules.
• Record driver defects, process paperwork and communicate updates to drivers.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal departments regarding deliveries and collections.
• Provide administrative support to the transport operation and assist with out‑of‑hours cover when required.
• Monitor vehicle tracking systems and update customers on delays or changes to schedules.
• Assist with invoicing and record keeping for work carried out across the fleet.

Skills & Experience

• Experience and efficiency in Microsoft Office (mostly Outlook and Excel).
• Good geographical knowledge of the UK.
• Good at problem solving.
• A good understanding of drivers’ hours and Working Time Directive (WTD) regulations (not required but beneficial).
• An excellent team player but can also work on own initiative and make decisions when required.
• Experience in a transport administration or logistics environment (advantageous).

Working Hours and Benefits

• The position offers a structured work week, Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00, along with on‑call duties every 3-4 weeks. In terms of benefits, you can expect:
• A competitive salary of 34,902 p/a ( 16.78 p/h).
• On‑call allowance of 2,400 p/a once trained ( 200 p/month).
• Overtime paid at time and a half.
• Pension Scheme.

If you are seeking job security and looking to advance your career, I encourage you to apply online or contact our office at (phone number removed) for more information.

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