At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate transport schedules, support drivers, and manage customer communications.
- Company: Dynamic transport operation with a focus on teamwork and efficiency.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Flexible shifts across two locations with a supportive team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Join a fast-paced environment and make a real difference in transport logistics.
- Qualifications: Experience in transport or logistics and strong admin skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 30000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for two Transport and Administration Controller positions to support a busy transport operation across dual sites in Derby and Foston. These are varied roles involving transport coordination, driver support, administration, customer communication, compliance monitoring, and workforce coordination. Successful candidates will be required to work across both locations during each shift, therefore a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.
Available Positions
- Position 1 - AM Shift
05:00 - 08:00: Derby
08:00 - 13:30: Foston
Shift Hours: 05:00 - 13:30 - Position 2 - PM Shift
11:30 - 17:00: Foston
17:00 - 20:00: Derby
Shift Hours: 11:30 - 20:00
Key Responsibilities
- Support the planning and coordination of transport schedules, deliveries, and collections.
- Act as a key point of contact for drivers, customers, agency partners, and internal departments.
- Maintain accurate transport records, trackers, spreadsheets, and system updates.
- Prepare driver paperwork, delivery documentation, PODs, and dispatch packs.
- Support agency bookings, attendance tracking, onboarding, assessments, and inductions.
- Monitor driver and vehicle availability across the operation.
- Track POD returns and support customer KPI requirements.
- Assist with purchase orders, invoices, timesheets, and general transport administration.
- Support compliance activities, audits, and safe working practices.
- Escalate operational issues, delays, or missing information promptly to management.
Requirements
- Previous experience within transport, logistics, warehousing, distribution, fleet operations, or a similar environment.
- A minimum of 2 years' administration experience, ideally within a transport or logistics environment.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Confident communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with drivers, customers, agencies, and colleagues.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and spreadsheets.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a wider operational team.
- Flexibility to support both sites as required.
- Professional, reliable, and proactive approach.
Qualifications
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Transport Administrator employer: TN Talent Recruitment Ltd
Join a dynamic team as a Transport Administrator in Derby and Foston, where we prioritise employee growth and development within a supportive work culture. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our comprehensive training programmes and collaborative environment, ensuring that you thrive while contributing to our busy transport operations. Enjoy competitive salary packages and the unique advantage of working across two vibrant locations, fostering a diverse and engaging workplace.
