Transport Administrator

Transport Administrator Job Overview

A well-established, family-owned transport and logistics company based in Portsmouth is currently seeking a Network Coordinator / Transport Administrator to join their growing Pallet Network Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced transport office professional to work in a fast-paced and supportive environment where no two days are the same.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth coordination of the pallet network operations, working closely with drivers, depots, and internal teams to maintain service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a central point of contact for customers, depots, and drivers via phone and email
• Efficiently book and manage jobs using bespoke transport software
• Resolve transport-related queries and issues in a timely manner
• Coordinate delivery and collection schedules using routing systems and direct communication with drivers
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with both company procedures and regulatory standards
• Deliver high-quality customer service while supporting overall operational efficiency

Working hours:

• Standard hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00am - 6:30pm (1-hour lunch break)
• Flexibility required to cover additional shifts during colleague absences:
  • 6:00am - 2:30pm
  • 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Saturday rota (1 in 4): Light duties from home (typically a few hours)

• Proven experience in a similar role within a busy transport or logistics office (minimum 2 years required)
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Fully computer literate with the ability to quickly adapt to bespoke systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem solving
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must have access to own transport due to location
• Flexible and solutions-focused with a 'can-do' attitude

• 27,801.80 + Bonus and Loyalty Scheme
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays (with additional days awarded at 10 and 15 years of service)
• Free on-site parking
• Casual dress policy
• Company pension
• Free flu jabs
• Supportive, family-oriented team culture
• Full training and onboarding provided

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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