Transport Administrator – Bathgate

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Transport Administrator to join our well-established client based in Bathgate.

This is an ongoing temporary opportunity for someone with a strong transport background who is confident communicating with drivers and understands the day-to-day language and demands of a busy transport operation.

This position is ideal for applicants looking for a role as a Transport Administrator, Logistics Administrator or Fleet Administrator.

Rates of Pay:

• £13.50 per hour

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Friday
• Operating hours: 6.00am – 6.00pm
• Ideal hours: 8.00am – 4.00pm
• Flexible start and finish times available depending on the needs of the operation

Benefits:

Your benefits as a Transport Administrator are:

• Weekly pay
• Ongoing temporary opportunity
• Monday to Friday working
• Office-based position
• Flexible start and finish times
• Opportunity to work within a busy transport operation

Day-to-Day Duties:

As a Transport Administrator, you will work:

• Communicating with drivers throughout the day and providing support where required
• Conducting driver debrief phone calls
• Taking and making WTR-related calls
• Handling customer calls and queries professionally
• Communicating driver instructions and updates clearly
• Supporting the transport team with day-to-day administration
• Monitoring driver activity and dealing with any issues that arise
• Updating systems and records accurately
• Liaising with drivers, customers and internal teams
• Supporting the wider transport operation as required

Essential Skills:

To be successful as a Transport Administrator, you will need:

• Previous experience working within a transport or logistics environment is essential
• Good understanding of transport terminology and driver “lingo”
• Confident communicating with HGV drivers over the phone
• Excellent communication and telephone skills
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Able to remain calm and professional in a busy environment
• Good attention to detail
• Confident using computer systems and Microsoft Office
• Reliable, organised and able to work independently

Training:

• Full paid site induction and ongoing support will be provided

Apply:

If you are ready to take on this ongoing Transport Administrator opportunity, apply today by clicking the link below or get in touch with our recruitment team to find out more.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process