Transport Administrator
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Position Overview & Specifications
DHL Parcel UK is one of the UK’s leading integrated parcel businesses. As part of the Deutsche Post DHL Group, we have an extensive delivery network that covers the UK and over 220 countries. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of the express parcel delivery markets and aim to be the first choice for customers.
Due to continued business growth, we have a Transport Administrator role, based at our Hub in Ryton on Dunsmore, Coventry.
Do you have strong planning, organisation, and administration skills? The successful candidate will be creative and dynamic and have a proven track record in providing end-to-end administrative support.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Coordination of a wide range of training events running concurrently; updating relevant documents to ensure all stakeholders are kept informed of progress
- Communication with participants to include invitation issue, joining instructions, coordinating participant requirements (e.g. dietary requirements), monitoring and logging responses, managing telephone and email queries and producing regular reports
- Management of logistical elements of the programme, to include coordination with external venues, coordinating facilitators and resources and participants to ensure the programme is delivered successfully
- Handling sensitive data and information, including inputting, formatting, and reporting
The ideal candidate will have:
- The ability to multi-task and manage several priority tasks to tight deadlines
- A flexible approach to work
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A keen eye for detail and great organisational skills
- Enthusiasm and be a team player
- Excellent proficiency in IT and databases, predominantly Excel and ideally across all Microsoft software
About Us:
Our attributes are the lifeblood of everything we do. We are looking for people to join us, who have a ‘Passion’ to deliver with a happy heart, energy, and commitment. We want our people to work ‘As One’ team across all areas of the business with a ‘Can Do’ mindset and commitment to deliver ‘Right 1st Time’ for all of our customers.
As well as offering competitive salaries at all levels and in every area of the business, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you make more of your money, safeguard your future and enhance your health and well-being.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Shipping & Trucking
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Transport Administrator roles across DHL Parcel UK's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Shipping & Trucking.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,090 - £23,517 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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