Transport Assistant

In Cork; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established transport operation in Northern Ireland is seeking a Transport Assistant to support the Transport Manager with day-to-day tasks. The responsibilities include coordinating workshop jobs, maintaining a safe environment, and supporting both office and workshop operations. Candidates must hold a valid HGV licence and possess strong organisational skills. This role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities to develop practical skills in a hands-on position.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV licence is essential.
• Understanding of transport and workshop operations.
• Comfortable with basic hands-on mechanical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule workshop jobs.
• Maintain an organised and safe workshop.
• Support mechanics and staff with hands-on tasks.
• Conduct routine vehicle inspections.
• Schedule and monitor regular maintenance.
• Assist drivers with vehicle issues.
• Act as a key link between office and workshop teams.
• Perform administrative tasks as required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Effective communication

Mechanical tasks

Flexibility

Job description

Transport Assistant in Hythe

We are partnering with a well-established transport operation in South Kent to recruit an organised, detail orientated Transport Assistant. This is a hands‑on role directly supporting the current Transport Manager with day‑to‑day tasks that are listed below. The successful candidate will also have the chance to sit there Transport Manager's CPC (funded by the company).

Role Overview

• Coordinate and schedule workshop jobs, ensuring all parts and consumables are available to keep work on track
• Maintain an organised, safe, and well‑stocked workshop, overseeing tools, equipment, and materials
• Support mechanics and workshop staff with hands‑on tasks as required
• Conduct routine vehicle and truck inspections, ensuring compliance documents, checks, and records are up to date
• Schedule and monitor regular maintenance, reporting any issues to the Transport Manager
• Assist drivers with defects, breakdowns, or other vehicle issues, including occasional support outside standard hours
• Act as a key link between the office and workshop teams to ensure smooth communication and efficient job progression
• Perform administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, document preparation, and photocopying
• Undertake any other duties as requested by the Transport Manager

Requirements

• Valid HGV licence is essential
• Understanding of transport and workshop operations
• Comfortable with basic hands‑on mechanical tasks and keen to develop practical skills further
• Strong organisational skills and effective communication
• Flexible and adaptable, willing to support both office and workshop operations

This role is being handled by Sam Hasler, Transport, Logistics & Distribution Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.

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