Job Description

Distribution Operations Administrator | Holbrook | £14.67 per hour | Full-Time | 3-Month Contract I Rotating 6:00am–2:00pm / 2:00pm–10:00pm shift pattern

Are you an organised and detail-focused Administrator who thrives in a busy, fast-paced distribution environment Do you enjoy being the first point of contact, solving problems quickly, and keeping operations running smoothly Workshop Recruitment is supporting a busy manufacturing and distribution operation in the search for a Distribution Operations Administrator to join the team at their Holbrook facility on an initial 3-month contract. This role will be based in the gatehouse office, acting as a key first point of contact for drivers arriving on site and helping to keep the distribution operation running efficiently. This is a reactive and varied role that requires strong attention to detail, a proactive attitude, and the ability to deal with changing priorities. Following an initial training period on a 6:00am–2:00pm shift, the role will move onto a rotating 6:00am–2:00pm / 2:00pm–10:00pm shift pattern.

Key Responsibilities

Act as first point of contact for drivers reporting to site

Allocate drivers and manage vehicle arrivals and departures

Maintain accurate logs and ensure all documentation is correct

Support despatch and receipts administration through internal systems

Coordinate with warehouse, transport planners, and customer service teams

Assist with parcel carrier processing and load paperwork

Help manage departmental administration, records, and reporting

Resolve day-to-day operational issues with a proactive, can-do approach

Skills & Knowledge Required

Previous administration experience within a fast-paced environment

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Confident communicator with a professional and helpful approach

Able to manage changing priorities and work reactively

Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office

Organised and able to work effectively under pressure

Positive, proactive, and solutions-focused attitude

Experience in warehouse, logistics, or distribution administration advantageous