Transport Assistant

Barnsley

Competitive - to be disclosed on engagement

Monday - Thursday: 07:00 - 3:30 pm (30-minute lunch)

Friday: 07:00 - 2:30 pm (30-minute lunch)

You must have experience within a transport office dealing with drivers and have worked with Excel

• * Collating drivers' hours both electronically using Tachomaster software and manually
• * Controlling drivers' hours and ensuring compliance with Working Time Directives (WTD) regulations
• * Managing and monitoring PODs (Proof of Delivery) and liaising with the IT department on any scanner issues
• * Collecting signed paperwork from Drivers
• * Taking calls from drivers with regards to issues downloading and scanning their loads, helping to resolve issues, and escalating where needed
• * Filing and checking in all vehicle defects to ensure all are accounted for
• * Inputting monthly fuel figures and MPG (Miles Per Gallon)
• * Ordering and controlling all fuel cards
• * Updating bespoke FORS (Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme) software with all PCNs (Penalty Charge Notices) and fuel usage
• * Handling all PCNs and either recharging them to drivers or appealing them where parking has been paid
• * Downloading and inputting weekly vehicle mileage from Tachomaster onto an Excel spreadsheet
• * Managing and ordering all department's uniform requirements

• * Have knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook
• * Have excellent attention to detail and strong organisation skills
• * Be self-disciplined and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• * Excellent time management skills
• * A desire to progress in a transport environment

• * 30 days holiday per year including statutory days increasing by one day every year up to 33 days
• * Contributory Pension after 3 months
• * Staff discount on furniture
• * On-site canteen area and kitchen facilities
• * Free parking

Our client is a privately owned manufacturer of fitted kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom furniture; the organisation has been in operation for over 50 years and has experienced growth year on year, they operate nationally and have around 50% share of the private housing market and currently supply one in every three kitchens to the social housing market.

The Transport Administrator will be a key member of the Transport Team. This role is perfect for someone looking to work within the transport environment with a leading company