Transport Administration Clerk Nights
Job description
We are looking to recruit a Transport Administrator Clerk to join our Northampton site. You will work within a busy Transport department and will be responsible for administration some aspects of planning, & general back-office tasks.
This role is working 3 on 3 off, 12 hours on the night shift.
How will you contribute?
- To administer the movement of vehicles (and associated activity) received and despatched from the site in a timely, safe and accurate standard, in line with the agreed service strategy to the JS store network;
- To undertake all activities in line with the KPI requirements/service agreements for that area;
- To help develop a culture of continuous improvement to drive best-in-class activity and operational excellence.
- To be accountable for personal Health and Safety practices
- To ensure that Wincanton Health and Safety policy and procedures are followed at all times,
- To ensure that any customer specific health and safety requirements are followed where appropriate
- To assist, in conjunction with the Health and Safety Manager in resolving appropriate problems relating to health and safety and welfare matters
- To help ensure appropriate action is taken to remove/reduce any significant risks or hazards identified
- To raise any areas of opportunity for improvement, or concern regarding the working environment
- To carry out the required administration in line with the agreed Company/Client procedure to maintain the movement of vehicles and drivers entering and exiting the site
- To assist in administering the service, integrity and accuracy of the WMS/transport IT systems (Isotrak, YardSmart, Tachomaster)
- To maintain accurate records management
- To work in accordance with agreed targets set by the Company and customer with regard to productivity, performance, accuracy, timekeeping and attendance;
- To help work in a culture of continuous improvement to drive best-in-class activity and operational excellence, in line with PCDR objectives
- To escalate appropriate issues in line with agreed procedures to Managers
- To work as trained and in accordance with Company procedure with regard to all tasks undertaken within role
What will you bring?
- An effective proactive communicator, able to develop good working relationships with both colleagues and customers and demonstrate the Wincanton value of togetherness
- Excellence in communication and be able to demonstrate integrity in people skills
- Preferred knowledge of relevant driver legislation
- Excellent administration skills
- Attention to detail to ensure accurate records maintained
- Ability to work under strict timescales and work under own initiative
- IT literacy to include Excel, Word and Outlook
- Team player, self-motivated, flexible and confident
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, private healthcare, 25 days hols + bank hols with the option to buy more, share incentive plan, 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.
