Transport Administrator

Description

Transport Administrator

£12.71 per hour | Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4pm | Temp to Perm | Full UK Driving Licence Required (Driving essential due to location)

We're recruiting a Transport Administrator to support a busy car compound and automotive logistics operation in Bristol. This is a temp‑to‑perm role offering stability, progression and a varied workload within a fast‑paced vehicle movement environment.

Role Overview of a Transport Administrator

As a Transport Administrator, you will coordinate the despatch function for drivers arriving at the vehicle compound, ensuring a smooth transition from driver reception through to final vehicle allocation or onward movement. You'll maintain accurate documentation, communicate with drivers and supervisors, and support the wider logistics team in a busy automotive environment.

Key Responsibilities Transport Administrator

Coordinating the despatch process for drivers moving vehicles around the compound

Ensuring all vehicle movement documentation is accurate, up‑to‑date and distributed correctly

Maintaining regular communication with the Supervisor to maximise load‑building and compound efficiency

Liaising with truck drivers, yard drivers and compound staff

Investigating and following up on carrier and customer queries

Completing bookings for vehicle movements, materials and packages

Using Excel, Outlook and compound systems to manage daily admin tasks

Ensuring compliance with site health & safety procedures and reporting any breaches

Attending training courses as required

Supporting additional duties as requested by line management

Requirements of a Transport Administrator

Full UK driving licence - driving essential due to compound location

High attention to detail and accuracy

Strong Excel skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Previous admin or logistics experience desirable

Strong team‑working skills

Good use of the English language

Ability to work in a busy, fast‑changing automotive environment

Willingness to complete overtime when required

Skills & Expertise of a Transport Administrator

Keen, enthusiastic and proactive approach

Ability to work effectively with drivers, compound teams and customers

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Progressive mindset to support continuous improvement of the despatch and vehicle movement function

What's in It for You

Temp‑to‑perm opportunity

Monday-Friday daytime hours

Supportive team environment

Training provided

Opportunity to develop within a growing automotive logistics operation

Apply Today

If you're an organised, detail‑focused Transport Administrator with strong Excel skills and a full UK driving licence, apply today to join a busy and friendly car compound logistics team.

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