Trainee Transport Administrator

Logistics done differently.

Here at XPO Logistics, a brilliant opportunity has arisen for Trainee Transport Despatch Administrator to join our existing team in Milton Keynes for our Mercedes contract, on a full time, permanent basis. Working either Monday to Friday 14:30-23:00pm OR Monday to Friday 6:30pm – 3am shifts. The role will involve a wide range of transport operational responsibilities. 

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £26,265 per annum. In addition, we offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days. You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts, as well as a cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension, and many other perks.

Logistics Done Differently.

Need something exciting, that’s going to keep you on your toes? Here at XPO, we’re looking to hire an professional and personable individual to join us as a Transport Compliance Operator. This is a full-time, permanent role for our customer contract based in Crick. As a Transport Compliance Operator you’ll be supporting in delivering day to day transport operation tasks. Shift times for this role are Monday-Friday 2pm – 11pm

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to pay up to £30,000 per annum. In addition, we offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days. You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts, as well as a cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension, and many other benefits. 

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Despatch all drivers, recording details of vehicle etc.
• Keeping up to date with drivers & deliveries. 
• All associated transport related administrative task.
• To build and maintain a strong partnership with the transport functions and drivers to ensure regular communication is delivered.

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• Essential: A willingness to learn transport and build a career within XPO. 
• Essential: Calm & positive mindset 
• Essential: Experience in an office based, customer service environment. 
• Essential: Excellent communication skills – you’ll be speaking regularly with various stakeholders
• Essential: Good understanding of Microsoft packages including Excel and Outlook

Be Part of Something Big

We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know. 

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