Job Description

2025-05-19Full TimePermanentJob Title: Dispatch/Administrator
Location: Portbury, Bristol (BS20)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm
Pay: xc2xa312.41 per hour, paid weeklyWe are seeking a reliable and organised Dispatch/Admin Assistant to join our clients team at their Portbury depot. This role is vital in ensuring the efficient coordination of our dispatch operations and providing administrative support to maintain seamless logistics processes.Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the dispatch function for all drivers received into the depot to ensure efficient handover to end customers.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation relating to all dispatch operations.
• Distribute documentation in a timely and precise manner.
• Maintain regular communication with the Supervisor to maximise load building efficiency.
• Liaise professionally with HGV drivers and maintain strong working relationships.
• Assist in the investigation and resolution of carrier and customer queries.
• Attend internal and external training courses as required.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and report any major breaches.
• Undertake additional duties as directed by line management.
• Be flexible and open to working overtime when required.

Requirements:

• Previous administrative experience is desirable.
• Competent in basic Microsoft Office applications (especially Outlook and Excel).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to adapt to evolving operational needs.
• Positive attitude and good interpersonal skills, particularly when dealing with drivers and customers.
• Awareness of workplace health and safety standards.

Skills and Attributes:

• Enthusiastic and dependable with a team-oriented approach.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Progressive thinker, always seeking ways to improve dispatch processes.

If you're enthusiastic about the position but find that your experience or skills don't align perfectly with the listed requirements, we encourage you to still apply.If you are interested, please call Gi Group on 0117 456 9777 or alternatively apply within.Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Silver status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters.Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.Office & CommercialAdministratorsJR250519243354 - BristolPortbury, BS20 7XN - SomersetUp to xc2xa312.41 per hourGBPper hour

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