Transport Clerk
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Position Overview & Specifications
Logistics done differently.
Ready for a change? Looking for a role that you can develop into? Ready to join a site as its growing? How would you like to work for a company that can accelerate your career? We are looking for someone like you. We’re currently recruiting for a Transport Clerk to be based at our site in our Sherburn in Elmet, North Yorkshire for our transport operations for our customer – British Gypsum. You will be working Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week with a start time of 0530
Pay, benefits and more:
We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £27,750. We offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days. You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts, cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.
What you’ll do on a typical day:
Co-ordinate the transport operations on site and on customer premises to meet both customer and company expectations- Ensure vehicle defects are reported and actioned in a timely manner
- Ensure that all drivers are compliant with the working time directive regulations and that any accidents/incidents are investigated in a timely manner
- Continually look to improve the service we provide offering ideas and recommendations as necessary.
- To build and maintain a strong partnership with the transport functions and drivers to ensure regular communication is delivered.
- Driver brief and de-briefing as well as data entry of statistics, customer reports and KPI’S
What you need to succeed at XPO:
Good administrative skills- Have a positive attitude
- Experience working in a Transport role
- Excellent communication skills – you’ll be speaking regularly with various stakeholders
- Good understanding of Microsoft packages including Excel and Outlook
- Being proactive in identifying and resolving any potential issues before they occur
Be part of something big.
XPO is a leading provider of world-class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Shipping & Trucking
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Transport Clerk roles across XPO's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Shipping & Trucking.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £27,750 - £27,750 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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