Transport Clerk
Posted on Jun 30, 2026 by CV-Library
Bubbenhall, Warwickshire, United Kingdom
Admin & Secretarial
Immediate Start
£14.2 - £14.2 Hourly
Temporary
Job Title: Transport Administrator / Transport Clerk
Location: Coventry
Salary: £14.24 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Transport Administrator / Transport Clerk to join their busy transport operation in Coventry.
This is a hands-on administrative role supporting the day-to-day running of the transport department. It is not a supervisory position; instead, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring transport systems are accurate, trailers are tracked effectively, and operational information is kept up to date.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and update transport management systems accurately and efficiently.
Track trailer movements and maintain accurate trailer locations.
Carry out regular yard checks and reconcile trailer positions with system records.
Liaise with drivers, warehouse teams and transport colleagues to ensure smooth daily operations.
Maintain accurate transport documentation and records.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies relating to trailers, vehicle movements and system data.
Input and update transport information in a timely manner.
Support the transport team with general administrative duties.
Ensure compliance with company procedures and health & safety requirements.
Candidate Requirements
Previous experience working within a transport, logistics or distribution environment.
Good understanding of transport operations and terminology.
Strong IT skills with experience using transport management systems (TMS), warehouse management systems (WMS), or similar operational systems.
Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Good organisational and time management skills.
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with multiple departments.
Able to prioritise tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive, reliable and able to work independently when required.
Desirable
Experience within a busy logistics or pallet network environment.
Knowledge of vehicle and trailer compliance processes.
Experience using transport planning or fleet management software.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will understand how a transport operation works and be confident working with systems rather than managing people. They will be highly organised, comfortable tracking trailers and completing yard checks, and capable of keeping transport information accurate to support the wider operation
Location: Coventry
Salary: £14.24 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Transport Administrator / Transport Clerk to join their busy transport operation in Coventry.
This is a hands-on administrative role supporting the day-to-day running of the transport department. It is not a supervisory position; instead, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring transport systems are accurate, trailers are tracked effectively, and operational information is kept up to date.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and update transport management systems accurately and efficiently.
Track trailer movements and maintain accurate trailer locations.
Carry out regular yard checks and reconcile trailer positions with system records.
Liaise with drivers, warehouse teams and transport colleagues to ensure smooth daily operations.
Maintain accurate transport documentation and records.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies relating to trailers, vehicle movements and system data.
Input and update transport information in a timely manner.
Support the transport team with general administrative duties.
Ensure compliance with company procedures and health & safety requirements.
Candidate Requirements
Previous experience working within a transport, logistics or distribution environment.
Good understanding of transport operations and terminology.
Strong IT skills with experience using transport management systems (TMS), warehouse management systems (WMS), or similar operational systems.
Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Good organisational and time management skills.
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with multiple departments.
Able to prioritise tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive, reliable and able to work independently when required.
Desirable
Experience within a busy logistics or pallet network environment.
Knowledge of vehicle and trailer compliance processes.
Experience using transport planning or fleet management software.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will understand how a transport operation works and be confident working with systems rather than managing people. They will be highly organised, comfortable tracking trailers and completing yard checks, and capable of keeping transport information accurate to support the wider operation
Reference: 225310526
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Transport Clerk
Posted on Jun 30, 2026 by CV-Library
Bubbenhall, Warwickshire, United Kingdom
Admin & Secretarial
Immediate Start
£14.2 - £14.2 Hourly
Temporary
Job Title: Transport Administrator / Transport Clerk
Location: Coventry
Salary: £14.24 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Transport Administrator / Transport Clerk to join their busy transport operation in Coventry.
This is a hands-on administrative role supporting the day-to-day running of the transport department. It is not a supervisory position; instead, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring transport systems are accurate, trailers are tracked effectively, and operational information is kept up to date.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and update transport management systems accurately and efficiently.
Track trailer movements and maintain accurate trailer locations.
Carry out regular yard checks and reconcile trailer positions with system records.
Liaise with drivers, warehouse teams and transport colleagues to ensure smooth daily operations.
Maintain accurate transport documentation and records.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies relating to trailers, vehicle movements and system data.
Input and update transport information in a timely manner.
Support the transport team with general administrative duties.
Ensure compliance with company procedures and health & safety requirements.
Candidate Requirements
Previous experience working within a transport, logistics or distribution environment.
Good understanding of transport operations and terminology.
Strong IT skills with experience using transport management systems (TMS), warehouse management systems (WMS), or similar operational systems.
Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Good organisational and time management skills.
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with multiple departments.
Able to prioritise tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive, reliable and able to work independently when required.
Desirable
Experience within a busy logistics or pallet network environment.
Knowledge of vehicle and trailer compliance processes.
Experience using transport planning or fleet management software.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will understand how a transport operation works and be confident working with systems rather than managing people. They will be highly organised, comfortable tracking trailers and completing yard checks, and capable of keeping transport information accurate to support the wider operation
Location: Coventry
Salary: £14.24 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Transport Administrator / Transport Clerk to join their busy transport operation in Coventry.
This is a hands-on administrative role supporting the day-to-day running of the transport department. It is not a supervisory position; instead, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring transport systems are accurate, trailers are tracked effectively, and operational information is kept up to date.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and update transport management systems accurately and efficiently.
Track trailer movements and maintain accurate trailer locations.
Carry out regular yard checks and reconcile trailer positions with system records.
Liaise with drivers, warehouse teams and transport colleagues to ensure smooth daily operations.
Maintain accurate transport documentation and records.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies relating to trailers, vehicle movements and system data.
Input and update transport information in a timely manner.
Support the transport team with general administrative duties.
Ensure compliance with company procedures and health & safety requirements.
Candidate Requirements
Previous experience working within a transport, logistics or distribution environment.
Good understanding of transport operations and terminology.
Strong IT skills with experience using transport management systems (TMS), warehouse management systems (WMS), or similar operational systems.
Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Good organisational and time management skills.
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with multiple departments.
Able to prioritise tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive, reliable and able to work independently when required.
Desirable
Experience within a busy logistics or pallet network environment.
Knowledge of vehicle and trailer compliance processes.
Experience using transport planning or fleet management software.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will understand how a transport operation works and be confident working with systems rather than managing people. They will be highly organised, comfortable tracking trailers and completing yard checks, and capable of keeping transport information accurate to support the wider operation
Reference: 225310526
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