Transport Operations Administrator

37 hours per weekMonday to Fridays£12.71 per hourOnsite GymAccess to dining facilities offering subsidised mealsFree Car parkingCheckyour local transport links here:Plan Your Journey | Traveline-the destination you should input is Colchester, CO2 7UTJobIntroduction:Are you highly organised with excellent administration skills and a passion for delivering great customer service? We are looking for a Transport Operations Administratorto join our team at Merville Barracks, Colchester, CO2 7UT, supporting the delivery of vital transport services to the MOD.This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a busy operational environment where no two days are the same. You will work closely with the Transport team, MOD personnel, and customers to ensure transport requests are managed efficiently, compliantly, and to the highest standards.WhatYou'll Do:As a Transport Operations Administrator, you will support the day-to-day coordination and administration of transport services across the
site. Your responsibilities will include:Coordinating transport bookings using the MOD Clarity booking system and internal helpdesk systemsAllocating vehicles from the core fleet and arranging hire vehicles where requiredValidating transport requests to ensure accuracy, authorisation, and entitlementLiaising with MOD customers, transport sections, and Sodexo transport teamsMaintaining accurate transport records and ensuring documentation is archived compliantlyAssisting with vehicle compliance, including maintenance and MOT bookingsMaintaining vehicle handover/takeover documentation and reporting any vehicle damageSupporting the management of fleet cleanliness, security, and key controlProducing reports and supporting contractual transport administration requirementsAnswering helpdesk queries and providing excellent customer supportSupporting the Transport Operations Supervisor and wider management team as requiredWhat You Bring:We're looking for someone with strong administration and
communication skills who thrives in a team environment and can manage multiple tasks effectively.Strong numerical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills2 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) or NVQ Level 2 in Business AdministrationIT skills including Microsoft Word and ExcelGood typing and administration skillsKnowledge of Health, Safety and Welfare in the workplaceAbility to work independently and as part of a teamCustomer-focused approachWillingness to learn and develop new skillsDesirable:Previous experience in a similar administration or transport roleExperience working within a military environmentStrong teamworking skillsWhat we offer:Workingwith Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of somethinggreater.You'll belong in a company and team that values youfor you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everydayactions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:Mental health & wellbeing
supportEmployee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewardsDiscounts for you & familyFinancial tools & retirement planCycle to Work & Paid volunteering dayReady to be part of somethinggreater? Apply today!Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications