Admin Assistant

Admin Assistant

Location: Robertsbridge, East Sussex
Salary: £13.00 per hour
Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 6pm – 4am (Night Shift) 
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent, Full-Time
Experience Level: Entry Level, Trainee, Logistics Administrator

 

Transport Administrator Job Overview

We are recruiting a Transport Administrator / Transport Admin Assistant to join a leading logistics and supply chain operation in Robertsbridge. This is an excellent entry-level logistics role offering full training, ideal for candidates seeking a career in transport planning, administration, freight operations, haulage, distribution, and logistics coordination.

              

Key Responsibilities – Transport Admin / Logistics Assistant

• Supervising loading of lorries to ensure safe and efficient dispatch
  
  
• Monitoring inbound deliveries, shipments, and goods inwards
  
  
• Assisting the Transport Supervisor / Transport Manager with nightly operations
  
  
• Completing transport administration, data entry, and logistics paperwork
  
  
• Managing transport documents, delivery notes, manifests, and compliance paperwork
  
  
• Using vehicle tracking systems, GPS tracking, and fleet management software
  
  
• Monitoring driver routes, driver progress, and delivery schedules
  
  
• Providing driver briefings, debriefings, and shift instructions
  
  
• Supporting transport operations, distribution planning, and depot coordination
  
  
• Responding to delays, transport issues, and logistics emergencies
  
  

 

Skills and Experience Required

• Strong organisational skills, and attention to detail
  
  
• Good communication skills – interacting with drivers, warehouse staff, and supervisors
  
  
• Basic IT skills, Microsoft Office, transport systems, and data entry
  
  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced logistics / transport environment
  
  
• Interest in logistics, supply chain, transport planning, fleet operations, or warehouse distribution
  
  
• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to night shift work
  
  

 

**Due to our clients location and shift times, applicants MUST  have access to their own vehicle**

 

If you have any questions, please contact Erica or Aleks at Pertemps Maidstone.