Transport Assistant

Lichfield, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

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Join AX where our people and purpose drive us forward




At AX, we're passionate about keeping drivers on the road and delivering exceptional care when it matters most. As a leading accident assistance and aftercare provider, we support customers involved in non-fault accidents by supplying replacement vehicles and managing their claims with empathy and efficiency.



Our values

Inspired to Innovate, Always Respectful, Fully Accountable,

and

Delivering Delight

are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture that prioritises wellbeing, development, and inclusivity, ensuring our people feel supported and empowered every step of the way. We're a team that values care, quality, and customer satisfaction. You'll be part of a supportive environment where your work is appreciated, and your development is encouraged.

What you'll be doing




We're looking for a proactive and organised

Transport Assistant

to coordinate the logistics of our Executive Drivers and vehicle movements across a designated geographical area. You'll play a key role in ensuring efficient resource use, meeting departmental targets, and exceeding client expectations.



manage and support a team of Executive Drivers, ensuring optimal use of time and resources schedule vehicle deliveries, collections, and movements to meet client needs and service standards confirm delivery arrangements with clients in a timely, proactive manner allocate jobs effectively, ensuring drivers have full instructions and all necessary paperwork monitor driver and vehicle locations to ensure timely arrivals and cost-effective routing identify and resolve logistical issues in real time support and coach other new starters, providing on-the-job training and helping them settle in.

What you'll bring



experience in a busy transport or logistics environment (preferred but not essential) strong people management skills with experience handling performance issues, including absence, disciplinaries, and capability concerns excellent logistical planning and resource management abilities confident communicator with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels high-level administrative and customer service skills good geographical knowledge of towns, roads, and rail networks logical thinker with clear, calm communication under pressure intermediate computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office a commitment to our core values.

What we offer



Salary of 28,000 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), rising to 27 with service Workplace pension scheme Bupa Private Healthcare (optional) Life Assurance (4x salary) Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing tools Retail discounts and savings Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities One charity/volunteering day off per year.

Wellbeing, diversity and inclusion




For the second year in a row, we are proud to share that we've won an Inspiring Workplace Award. This is testament to our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, supported, and empowered and remain focused on creating a culture where everyone can thrive and feel genuinely appreciated.



We have also achieved Thrive at Work Bronze Level accreditation from the West Midlands Combined Authority, recognising our commitment to improving health and wellbeing in our workplace.



If our values resonate with you and you're excited about this opportunity, even if your experience doesn't perfectly match, we'd love to hear from you. You might be just who we're looking for.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3377996
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Lichfield, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned