Transport administrator

Do you have experience in both transport and administration functions within logistics and are seeking a career that combines both? If you are looking for a permanent position with a company that values career development, we have an opportunity for you! Here at GXO Logistics, we are looking for a Transport Administrator to join our team in Trafford Park. As a Transport Administrator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient coordination of all transportation operations. You will be working on ’any 5 out of 8’ pattern, covering the hours of 22:00 – 06:00. Pay, benefits and more: Annual salary of £22,548.78 plus £187.91 monthly shift allowance 23 days annual leave Workplace pension A 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme Access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more! Access to GXO University – home to a wealth of online training courses, meaning your development never ends! What you’ll do on a typical day: Conducting debriefs with drivers, gathering information about deliveries and missed deliveries Managing electronic POD’s, vehicles and telematic technology Monitoring driver performance throughout their shift, including their adherence to company policies and procedures Performing clerical duties for the department such as tracking transport KPIs and maintaining effective communication channels with relevant stakeholders What you need to succeed at GXO: Previous experience in a transport operations environment is preferable Strong communication skills, and excellent organisation skills with an eye for detail Knowledge of transport legislation and European Working Time Directive is desirable The ability to work as part of a team and to use own initiative and organise own workload Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages is a must We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains. GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are Disability Confident Committed as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO s candidate privacy statement here.