Despatch Administrator - Nights

Now Hiring: Nightshift Despatch Administrator – Join the Heron Foods Distribution Team in Melton (HU14 3HJ)!

Are you an experienced Administrator, Transport Clerk, Logistics Coordinator, or Data Entry Clerk looking for a nightshift-based role in a fast-paced environment? Heron Foods is recruiting a Despatch Administrator (Nights) to join our distribution centre team at Melton (HU14 3HJ), near Hull.

If you're organised, tech-savvy, and ready to play a vital role in getting our goods to stores across the UK, this could be the opportunity for you.

Shift & Salary Details

• Hours: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM
• Shift Pattern: 5 out of 7 days, two-week rolling rota
• Salary: £27,540 per annum

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Nightshift Despatch Administrator, you’ll support our overnight logistics operation, ensuring store orders are processed, dispatched, and delivered on time.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating shop order processing and dispatch during night shifts
• Issuing loading tickets, dispatch notes, and allocating vehicles for delivery routes
• Resolving logistical issues such as delivery rerouting or vehicle maintenance problems
• Communicating with store teams about delivery times and order status
• Supporting loading and picking teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Using internal systems (including Excel and transport software) to keep operations running smoothly

? This is a key role for someone who enjoys a structured environment, is comfortable with admin processes, and thrives on working as part of a night team.

What’s In It for You

At Heron Foods, your commitment is rewarded with a strong benefits package and career development support:

• £27,540 salary
• 30 days annual leave, with additional days for long service and the option to purchase more
• 10% discount at Heron Foods and B&M stores, with double discount weekends throughout the year
• Private pension scheme
• Online GP access 24/7 for you and your family (partner and children up to age 21)
• Wellbeing support via our Smart Health employee assistance programme
• Access to BenefitHub for savings on daily spending, holidays, dining, family outings, and more
• On-the-job training, eLearning, and career development pathways, including apprenticeships
• Reward and recognition schemes, plus long service and anniversary celebrations

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for reliable, organised individuals who:

• Have strong IT skills (Excel, Outlook, Word) and attention to detail
• Bring experience in administration, logistics, transport, or warehouse operations
• Are excellent communicators and problem-solvers
• Hold a valid UK driving licence (for site travel)

Alternative Job Titles You Might Be Searching

To help you find this opportunity, you might be using job titles such as:

• Transport Clerk
• Warehouse Administrator
• Despatch Coordinator
• Logistics Administrator
• Distribution Clerk
• Operations Assistant
• Data Entry Clerk (Nights)
• Nightshift Admin Assistant
• Goods Out Administrator
• Transport Scheduler

Why Join Heron Foods?

We’re part of the B&M Group and one of the UK’s fastest-growing value retailers. Our distribution network is key to our success, making over 2,100 deliveries a week to 340+ stores. Join us and become part of a business where your work matters—and where you’ll be supported to grow your career.

Apply today to become a Nightshift Despatch Administrator and start making a real impact at Heron Foods.