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Administrator

Wincanton Logistics
Posted a month ago, valid for 3 days
Location

Bristol, Somerset BS20 7XR, England

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
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  • The Transport Administrator role involves managing and coordinating transport activities for efficient and timely delivery of goods.
  • Candidates should have experience in a transport-related role and possess strong communication and IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office.
  • The position offers a salary ranging from £25,000 to £28,000 depending on experience, with shifts scheduled from 04:30 to 13:00 and 12:30 to 21:00.
  • The role requires maintaining accurate transport records, resolving issues, and promoting a culture of safety among staff.
  • Wincanton values its employees and offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career development and various benefits.

As a Transport Administrator, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating transport activities to ensure efficient and timely delivery of goods. The Transport Administrator will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service and support to colleagues and clients in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

If you have some experience within Transport and want to be in a role where you can really expand on your career, then read on and click apply.

Shifts are any 5 from 6 and a rotating shift on 04:30 to 13:00 and 12:30 to 21:00
Salary £25,000 to £28,000 DOE
How will you contribute?
  • Coordinate the scheduling and dispatching of vehicles, drivers, and equipment to support efficient and timely delivery of goods to customers across the UK.
  • Co-ordinate regular maintenance and repairs for all company vehicles to ensure compliance, safety, and reliability.
  • Maintain accurate records of transport activities, including mileage logs, fuel consumption reports, and delivery documentation, to support billing, invoicing, and reporting requirements.
  • Identify and resolve transport issues in a timely manner, such as delays, route deviations, and vehicle breakdowns.
  • Promote a culture of safety among transport staff, enforcing safety procedures, policies and addressing any safety concerns promptly.
  • Handle customer queries, complaints, and escalations, demonstrating a customer-centric approach and striving to deliver exceptional service and satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with all operational stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.
  • Generate reports on operational performance, including but not limited to key metrics such as OTIF, fuel consumption, and maintenance costs.
  • Accountable for checking tools and equipment to ensure that work can be carried out safely and efficiently.
  • Collate and distribute regular operational updates, keeping all stakeholders informed, aligned, and engaged.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains in operational performance.
What will you bring?
  • Experience as a Transport Administrator or similar role
  • Excellent IT, Microsoft Office, in particular MS Excel & MS Outlook.
  • Strong communication skills
  • Organised and able to prioritise
What do we offer?

Our Culture & Benefits

In addition to generous remuneration, we really value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first working environment, along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, employee benefits include, online discount platform, onsite parking and much more.

Our people are at the core of our business and what makesWincantongreat. Thats why we also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.

Be a part of our values; Were Thoughtful, Were Aiming High and Were Prepared.

Our Commitment

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees. We strive for an environment where all colleagues feel included, supported and valued, whilst feeling they can be their whole selves within our workplaces. We are proud that our colleagues represent us and our successes and we welcome your application.

Find out more:Wincanton champions a diverse workforce

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