Transport Administrator

Job Description

Due to a new contract start up at Cullompton a great opportunity has arisen for a Transport Supervisor for Wincanton within a shared user site.

The role is very hands on and requires an individual that thrives on working within a professional environment & meeting customer needs. The roles also give a great opportunity to develop a career in transport. We are looking for an individual that creates the right atmosphere and leads by example.

The role will include working a shift pattern is expected to be 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm, Monday to Friday.

How will you contribute?

• Reporting to the Transport Manager you will work as part of a team to utilize the company’s vehicles efficiently, to provide a cost effective distribution service.
• To liaise with customers to ensure all operational requirements are met and defined performance standards and customer satisfaction is maintained to the highest level.
• To ensure the location budget and plan is achieved through effective operational planning involving optimum use of own fleet and contract hauliers, and effective leadership and motivation of the team.
• To ensure all operations are carried out in a safe and compliant manner having particular regard for Health & Safety and Operator’s licensing requirements.
• To ensure the timely submission of all required information to relevant departments and that all records are maintained and up to date.
• To communicate and liaise with internal & external operations to ensure we maximise operating synergies.
• Ensuring maximum use of resources in a cost effective manner.
• Ensuring best practice Human Resources, Health & Safety Policies and legislative requirements are adhered to at all times.
• To communicate and liaise with other departments to ensure a smooth & effective operation.
• General administration duties in line with transport legislation, company policies and procedures.

What will you bring?

• You will possess a good standard of education and have a strong work ethic coupled with the ability to operate effectively within a team environment.
• You will demonstrate good commercial awareness and a commitment to providing customers with the highest standards of service.
• You will have a proven track record in a logistics background, ideally in a closed book transport operation.
• Experience of supervising / managing a team and delivering change to behaviours and performance.
• You will have the ability to work to strict deadlines and targets.
• You will be able to demonstrate good interpersonal and people management skills.

What do we offer?

We really value our people and offer a friendly, safety first working environment and a competitive salary along with other benefits including; company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme ,employee benefits online discount platform, onsite parking + much more

Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That’s why we also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.

Apply Now!

Please apply by following the links and uploading your CV. We are a fast-moving organisation so we may not always wait until the closing date to review applications. As a result you should submit your CV as soon as possible!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.