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. 

 

Essential Requirements 

• 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 
  
   
  
  

The Role 

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

The Candidate 

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 

The Package 

• 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