Transport Administrator


Company:	The Best Connection Group Limited
Salary:	£12.71 to £12.71 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Runcorn, WA7 3GE
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	13 Oct 2026
Closing date:	12 Nov 2026

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Summary

Our client, a leading & well known retailer, is looking to recruit an experienced Transport Administrator to join their dedicated and committed team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day transport operation by coordinating delivery activities and maintaining accurate operational records.

Key responsibilities include:

Liaising with delivery crews while they are on the road to provide support and resolve delivery-related queries

Monitoring and navigating home delivery routes to help ensure deliveries are completed efficiently and within planned timescales

Updating and maintaining delivery information through the Microlise system

Accurately inputting, updating and managing operational data using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets

Record and update delivery information and customer delivery statuses

Monitoring delivery progress and escalating any delays, issues or exceptions where required

Ensuring all delivery records and documentation are maintained accurately and in line with company procedures

Supporting daily transport administration activities and maintaining communication between crews, customers and operational teams.

Checking and updating delivery exceptions to ensure visibility and accurate reporting

Assisting with vehicle and driver administration, including monitoring daily checks completed through the Microlise system

Producing operational reports and maintaining transport records

Working closely with transport, warehouse and customer service teams to ensure a smooth delivery operation

Supporting continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve administration processes and operational efficiency

Undertaking any additional administrative duties as reasonably required

Skills required:

Experience working within a transport, logistics or operations environment

Good understanding of home delivery operations

Experience using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications

Experience using Microlise or similar transport management systems

Ability to accurately input and manage data

Strong organisational and administrative skills

Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with delivery crews and operational teams

Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment

Flexible approach to working hours where required

The working hours can be either 1000 - 1800 or 1100 - 1900 Tuesday to Saturday

**Please advise of your preferred shift when applying for the role

An immediate start is available after successful interview.

To apply, please contact the industrial desk on 01925 629666

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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