Transport Administrator
Burton upon Trent (DE14)
Up to £28,000 DOE
Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm (On-site)
Are you organised, detail-oriented, and confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment?
We're recruiting for a local, family-led business seeking a Transport & Fleet Administrator to help keep its transport operation running safely, smoothly, and efficiently.
Working closely with the Transport Manager, Operations, and Compliance teams, you'll play a key role in coordinating fleet schedules, maintaining vehicle compliance, and supporting day-to-day transport operations.
Key Responsibilities
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Maintaining spreadsheets, databases, and fleet schedules.
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Coordinating driver arrangements and supporting transport planning.
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Monitoring vehicle maintenance, defects, inspections, and servicing.
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Liaising with suppliers to ensure vehicle safety and legal compliance.
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Monitoring tachograph data, drivers' hours, and compliance infringements.
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Reporting speeding incidents and driver behaviour concerns.
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Tracking tolls, Clean Air Zone charges, and other vehicle costs.
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Making customer satisfaction calls and maintaining accurate records.
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Supporting the Transport Manager and liaising with internal teams and customers.
About You
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Previous experience in a coordination, scheduling, or administration role.
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Strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
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Excellent communication and organisational skills.
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Ability to plan and programme work logically and efficiently.
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Experience liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.
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Confident managing multiple priorities in a busy environment.
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Transport, logistics, or fleet experience would be beneficial, while water industry experience is advantageous but not essential.
What's on Offer?
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£26,500–£28,000 salary, depending on experience.
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Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, full-time on-site.
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Occasional Saturday truck inspections, arranged in advance.
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A varied role within an established, family-led business.
If you're looking for a hands-on coordination role where your organisation and attention to detail can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you
