Transport Administrator

Company Description

Fowler Welch (Part of the Culina Group) operates in the fresh produce sector providing time critical logistics solutions for major retailers, growers and manufacturers across the UK.

At Culina Group we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

Due to continued growth, an exciting opportunity is now available for a Transport Administrator to join our team in Teynham. Operating with a fleet size of 30 trucks and 90 units, you will be supporting the Transport Operations team dealing with issues regards to Fleet Administration.

Ensuring the operation is running efficiently, you will work closely with colleagues to track loads coming in each day and be responsible for the route planning, rota allocation and debriefing of 70+ drivers.

Salary: £26,400 per annum. 

Working Hours: Sunday-Tuesday and Thursday, 7am-7pm.

Key Duties of a Transport Administrator:

• Support the management team with unit & trailer service schedules and liaise with local service providers and operations to arrange mutually suitable service dates.
• Complete daily administration of any breakdowns and liaise with the relevant rental companies regarding estimated and actual return times for breakdowns and monitor all related turnaround times.
• Ensure adherence to all Fowler Welch compliance procedures regarding fleet filing administration, ensuring that all vehicle and trailer files are kept up to date.
• Daily administration of the trailer tracking system, identify trackers which are not working and liaise with all sites to ensure rectification work is carried out.
• Complete the administration of mileage downloads from Tachomaster to Transform.
• Collate vehicle daily check sheets and filing in accordance with company procedure.
• This list is not exhaustive and the job holder may be required to undertake other duties.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within a similar transport management position in FMCG environment is desirable. 
• Basic knowledge and experience of tachographs, driving rules and regulations.
• Ability to effectively prioritise workloads in order to meet set deadlines.
• Have a professional and approachable character to ensure smooth running of the general operation.
• Be customer service driven with strong negotiating skills and the ability to influence and steer.
• Good IT skills including MS Office with a high level of numeracy and a keen eye for detail.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Fowler Welch a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement.
• Pension scheme – We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer a great contribution of 4.5% employee and 4.5% employer.
• Life Assurance - x 3 your annual salary.
• Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.
• Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!