Start Date: 29th June 2026
Location: Davy Drive, North West Industrial Estate, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 2JF
Department: Production \& Logistics
Contract: Fixed‑term 12 months (with potential extension of a further 4–6 months)
Hours: Full‑time
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and well‑organised Logistics Administrator to join our Production \& Logistics team at our Peterlee site on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. This is an entry‑level opportunity, ideal for someone looking to start or develop a career in logistics and supply chain administration.
Some previous administrative or office experience is beneficial, but full training will be provided, and we are keen to support someone who is enthusiastic, reliable, and keen to learn.
If you are organised, keen to learn, and interested in starting a career in logistics, and are available to start on 29 June 2026, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Request quotes from transport and courier companies and maintain accurate records
- Receive and process trailers once they have departed the factory
- Book courier collections and liaise with internal teams regarding tracking information
- Raise transport purchase orders in a timely and accurate manner
- Request shipment certificates and export documentation from transport providers; upload and maintain records and spreadsheets
- Liaise with transport companies to confirm loading times and trailer registration details ahead of dispatch
- Ensure all required paperwork is prepared and delivered to the loading office on time (e.g. drawings, picks, loading schedules, transfer orders)
- Ensure delivery notes are returned, checked, uploaded, and filed correctly
- Download and store forklift camera footage and dispatch photographs daily to support accurate record‑keeping
- Ensure drawings are folded, packed, correctly labelled, and processed in the ERP system (NAV)
- Provide holiday or sickness cover for the Logistics Coordinator, including warehouse picks and preparation of delivery notes
- Produce ad hoc reports as required
- Support the European Logistics Manager with additional administrative tasks as needed
Skills, Experience \& Attributes
- Some administrative, logistics, or office experience is desirable but not essential
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to work with multiple departments
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- A positive, proactive attitude and eagerness to learn
- Basic to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Willingness to learn ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics NAV), with full training provided
Why Join Us?
- Entry‑level fixed‑term role with comprehensive on‑the‑job training
- Hands‑on exposure to logistics, transport, and dispatch operations
- Supportive team environment with opportunities to build transferable skills
- Potential contract extension of 4–6 months, subject to business requirements
- 25 days’ annual leave (pro‑rata) plus bank holidays
- On‑site car parking
- Health Cash Plan
- Life insurance
- Paid volunteering leave
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Enhanced sick pay
- Bonus scheme linked to company performance
- Pension scheme via salary exchange
- Employee referral bonus scheme
Interested? Apply now, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Temporary
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: Up to £24,800.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health \& wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Peterlee SR8 2JF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Logistics: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
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