Nights Transport Clerk

Maternity cover until March 2027 - could be extended or go permanent for the right candidate

6pm till 6am - 4 on 4 off

Northampton based - NN4

£29,400pa - £14.69ph

Our client is looking for a sharp, organised, and proactive Transport Clerk to join their logistics team and help ensure the daily operations run like clockwork. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, this is the place for you.

The key responsibilities of a Transport Clerk:

As a Transport Clerk you will be responsible for day-to-day administration, ensuring drivers, vehicles, and deliveries are perfectly aligned and compliant.

• Driver Brief & Debrief: Efficiently dispatch drivers with correct paperwork and accurately debrief them upon return, checking for any delivery issues or delays.

• System Management: Update and maintain the Transport Management Systems (TMS) in real-time.

• Customer Service: Act as a key point of contact for drivers, sub-contractors, and customers, resolving queries professionally.

• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all transport operations comply with legal requirements, including driver hours (WTD) and health and safety regulations.

• Paperwork & Administration: Manage delivery notes, proof of deliveries (PODs), and manifest tracking accurately.

The skills & qualities needed:

To succeed in this role, you need to be a great communicator who can stay calm under pressure

• Ideally have some experience in a transport environment

• Strong IT skills, particularly with MS Office (Excel, Outlook) and exposure to Transport Management Systems

• Exceptional organisational skills with a keen eye for detail

• A problem-solver mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Have worked nights previously

• Reliable

Interested?

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Working through Caraires...

(1) We pay the same hourly rate as your permanent equivalent from day one.

(2) We pay 3% employer contribution towards your pension.

(3) We pay annual leave as you accrue it from day one.

(4) We will ensure you receive regular contact from a Caraires consultant. Feel free to pop in or call at any time.

(5) Recommend a friend and you will receive a £25 retail voucher when they work a full week.

(6) Employee of the month: You could win a monthly prize if you’re nominated by your line manager.

(7) We will deliver seasonal gifts as a token of recognition for your hard work