Admin Assistant

Admin Assistant

Location: Robertsbridge, East Sussex
Salary: £13.00 per hour
Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 6pm – 4am (Night Shift) 
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent, Full-Time
Experience Level: Entry Level, Trainee, Logistics Administrator

Transport Administrator Job Overview

We are recruiting a Transport Administrator / Transport Admin Assistant to join a leading logistics and supply chain operation in Robertsbridge. This is an excellent entry-level logistics role offering full training, ideal for candidates seeking a career in transport planning, administration, freight operations, haulage, distribution, and logistics coordination.

Key Responsibilities – Transport Admin / Logistics Assistant

Supervising loading of lorries to ensure safe and efficient dispatch

Monitoring inbound deliveries, shipments, and goods inwards

Assisting the Transport Supervisor / Transport Manager with nightly operations

Completing transport administration, data entry, and logistics paperwork

Managing transport documents, delivery notes, manifests, and compliance paperwork

Using vehicle tracking systems, GPS tracking, and fleet management software

Monitoring driver routes, driver progress, and delivery schedules

Providing driver briefings, debriefings, and shift instructions

Supporting transport operations, distribution planning, and depot coordination

Responding to delays, transport issues, and logistics emergencies

Skills and Experience Required

Strong organisational skills, and attention to detail

Good communication skills – interacting with drivers, warehouse staff, and supervisors

Basic IT skills, Microsoft Office, transport systems, and data entry

Ability to work in a fast-paced logistics / transport environment

Interest in logistics, supply chain, transport planning, fleet operations, or warehouse distribution

Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to night shift work

**Due to our clients location and shift times, applicants MUST  have access to their own vehicle**

If you have any questions, please contact Erica or Aleks at Pertemps Maidstone
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed