At a Glance
- Tasks: Support transport activities, manage job details, and ensure vehicle compliance.
- Company: Join Goodwins Auto Salvage LTD, a dynamic and evolving business.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Enjoy a fast-paced role with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Be the essential link in a busy operation and make a real difference.
- Qualifications: 2+ years in logistics or customer service with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 30000 £ per year.
Role Purpose
To provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support for all transport activities across Goodwins Auto Salvage LTD (GAS). This role ensures jobs are created accurately, drivers are briefed and supported, customers receive timely updates, and the job flow remains clean, organised, and up to date. The Transport Administrator also supports vehicle compliance by ensuring all GAS vehicles are taxed, MOT’d, and legally roadworthy.
Key Responsibilities
- Create transport jobs, enter and maintain accurate job details
- Prioritise jobs based on urgency, location, and customer requirements
- Ensure all required information is captured before dispatch
- Communicate job details clearly to drivers and support drivers with queries, issues, or missing information
- Chase ETAs and update the system accordingly
- Respond to customer queries professionally and promptly
- Maintain clean, accurate job records and ensure all documentation is attached
Vehicle Compliance Responsibilities
- Monitor MOT expiry dates for all GAS vehicles and ensure renewals are completed on time
- Check road tax status and ensure all vehicles remain legally taxed
- Maintain a simple compliance tracker for MOT, tax, insurance, and any required documentation
Skills & Experience Required
- 2+ years in logistics, transport, customer service, or operations admin
- Strong communication skills with drivers, customers, and partners
- Confident on the phone and able to handle busy periods calmly
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks
- Comfortable using digital systems
- Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently
Personal Qualities
- Mature, dependable, and proactive
- Enjoys being the “glue” in a busy operation
- Positive attitude and team-focused
- Comfortable in a fast-growing, evolving business
Hours & Salary
Full-time, Monday–Friday
Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 depending on experience
Based at GAS HQ (Macclesfield)
Transport Administrator in Macclesfield employer: Goodwins Auto Salvage LTD
Goodwins Auto Salvage LTD (GAS) is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment. As a Transport Administrator, you will benefit from a collaborative culture that encourages professional growth and development, alongside competitive salaries and comprehensive vehicle compliance responsibilities. Located in Macclesfield, GAS offers a unique opportunity to be part of a fast-growing business where your contributions directly impact the efficiency and success of transport operations.
