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.