Transport Administrator

Position: Transport Administrator x4
Location: Wednesbury
Shift patterns: Monday-Friday. Day time hours
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Keep things moving behind the scenes! Join DHL as a Transport Administrator in Wednesbury and be the go-to support for a busy transport operation. If you're organised, love a fast-paced environment, and enjoy keeping everything running smoothly, this could be the perfect fit for you.

✅ A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Supporting manager with accurate and timely daily brief & de-brief of drivers to the DHL standard
• Preparation & reconciliation of delivery paperwork, POD's.
• Monitoring vehicle routes and driver schedules through Microlise, escalating issues where necessary
• Supporting the wider transport team with a variety of administrative and operational tasks
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, transport legislation and Health & Safety standards
• Identifying and reporting any operational concerns or compliance issues in a timely manner
• Maintaining accurate records and transport documentation
• Tachomaster admin & reporting

✅ THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Previous experience within a transport, logistics or distribution environment is essential
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Experience using transport management systems such as Paragon (Desirable) Microlise and/or Tachomaster
• Understanding of driver hours regulations, Working Time Directive (WTD) requirements and transport compliance
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships at all levels
• The ability to prioritise workload and remain calm under pressure

✅ WHY JOIN US?

• Free on-site parking
• 33 days annual leave
• We're happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit to learn more

✅ WHO WE ARE

​We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

✅ BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 5th October. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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