Transport Assistant

Transport Assistant

Are you organised, proactive and have a good understanding of commercial vehicles? Our client is looking for a Transport Assistant to join their busy transport team, providing essential support to the Transport Manager in ensuring a fleet 20+ vehicles remains compliant, maintained, and operational.

• Full UK driving license with a clean driving record
• Must be aged 25 or over (due to company vehicle insurance requirements)
• Comfortable driving commercial vehicles

Reporting directly to the Transport Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the company fleet, ensuring all vehicles are roadworthy, compliant and maintained within standards.

• Assisting with the management and maintenance of a fleet of 20+ commercial vehicles
• Monitoring vehicle defects & maintenance requirements, diagnosing issues where possible and arranging repairs with approved garages
• Booking routine servicing, MOTs, inspections and maintenance work
• Maintaining accurate vehicle records & uploading all documentation onto Truckfile
• Ensuring fleet compliance documentation is kept up to date
• Driving company vehicles to and from garages, MOT appointments and service centres as required
• Assisting with route planning, including organising ad-hoc same-day deliveries when required

We’re looking for someone who is organised, reliable and confident working within a busy transport environment

• Previous experience within transport, fleet or vehicle maintenance administration
• Experience using fleet management systems
• Excellent communication skills are essential

• Salary of up to £31,000pa
• Monday to Friday, 6am – 3pm
• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• A varied role with a mix of office & operational responsibilities
• Opportunity to join a well-established business with a supportive team