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Transport Administrator

Whistl
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Bedford, Bedfordshire MK40 4LU, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are seeking a detail-oriented Transport Administrator to join our Transport team in Bedford.
  • The role requires previous administrative experience in a transport or logistics environment and knowledge of driver hours and tachograph rules.
  • Candidates should possess strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and be proficient in MS Office applications.
  • The position offers a salary of £26,000 per year and a shift pattern of Monday to Friday from 14:00 to 23:00.
  • Additional benefits include enhanced annual leave, health cash plans, and career development opportunities.

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Transport Administrator to join our busy Transport team in Bedford. You’ll provide high-quality administrative support to the Transport Manager and Supervisors, helping us deliver efficient, compliant, and cost-effective transport operations for our customers.

This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

About the RoleWhat You’ll Do
  • Be the first point of contact in the transport office for drivers, customers, and internal teams.
  • Record and report driver hours, holidays, and absences.
  • Support payroll and HR paperwork for the Transport team.
  • Maintain tachograph and fleet records in line with regulations.
  • Assist with driver recruitment, onboarding, and licence checks.
  • Provide reports and support managers with investigations or meetings.
  • Help with daily routing and office admin tasks as required.

Additional information: Shift pattern Monday to Friday 14:00 - 23:00 

Benefits
  • Annual leave enhanced with long service.
  • Access to our prestige benefits and rewards portal.
  • Long service rewards: both financial and leave based.
  • Health cash plan.
  • Life assurance scheme.
  • Critical Illness cover
  • Career development opportunities.
  • Access to a well-established Employee Assistance Programme provider.
  • And other excellent benefits you'd expect from a market leader.
Requirements
  • Previous admin experience in a transport or logistics environment
  • knowledge of driver hours, tachograph rules, and working time directives.
  • Confident communicator with strong organisational skills.
  • IT savvy with good MS Office skills (Excel, Outlook, Word).
  • Flexible team player with great attention to detail.
  • Full driving licence (occasional travel may be required).

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