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Transport assistant

Rochdale
Wincanton
Transport assistant
Posted: 8 August
Offer description

As a Transport Administrator based in Kingsway, you will work a 4 on 4 off shift pattern on the night shift (18:00 - 06:00). You will be responsible for managing and coordinating transport activities to ensure efficient and timely delivery of goods, as well as providing exceptional customer service and support to colleagues and clients in a fast-paced environment.

You must demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to outstanding service.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, and pride ourselves on our social value commitments and our strategy to provide a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our people make us great!


Duties and Responsibilities:

* General administration duties in line with Transport legislation, company policy, and procedures.
* Assist and report to the Transport Management team.
* Ensure good standards of Health and Safety are followed by yourself and the team.
* Assist with vehicle defect management through the VOR process.
* Administer the movement of vehicles and related activities.
* Undertake activities in line with KPI requirements and SLA's.
* Book drivers and vehicles into the depot.
* Organize trailer servicing and support compliance with procedures.
* Issue paperwork and manage driver bookings from the transport department.
* Conduct face-to-face pre- and de-briefs with drivers.
* Monitor management software systems for compliance.
* Ensure compliance with all legal and health and safety obligations.
* Collaborate with operational partners including other departments, depots, and customer locations.
* Perform other site administration as required.


What will you bring?

* Excellent administration and organisational skills.
* Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Willingness to learn and develop.
* Intermediate IT skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
* High attention to detail for accurate record-keeping.
* Ability to work under strict timescales.
* Knowledge of driver legislation, Microlise, Tachomaster, and consignment management software (desirable).
* Team-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and confident.
* General awareness of health and safety.


Experience, Skills, and Attributes:

* Team player.
* Understanding of IT and Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Flexible, adaptable, and able to work under pressure.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Attention to detail and accuracy.
* Effective task prioritization and time management.


Desired:

* Experience in logistics is desirable but not essential.
* Understanding of transport regulations.
* Knowledge of transport systems like Flexipod/WinSight, Vision, Telematics.
* Experience dealing with maintenance suppliers.


What do we offer?

We value our people, offering a friendly, safety-first environment, a competitive salary, and benefits including pension, holidays, cycle-to-work scheme, share scheme, online discounts, onsite parking, and more.


Rewards:

* Competitive salary.
* Training in First Aid, Health and Safety, Fire Marshall.
* Free onsite parking.
* Uniform and retail discounts.
* Pension scheme.
* Death in Service benefit.
* Healthcare Cash Plan.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Wellbeing and benefits portal.

Our team is at the heart of our success, with opportunities for career growth, training, and development in a dynamic environment.


Our Commitment:

We are dedicated to developing our employees' skills through coaching, training, and technological innovation, providing a platform for your professional growth.

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