Transport Manager

Transport Manager

Salary: £40,000- £45,000 per annum

Working Hours: Monday – Friday 07.00am – 05.00pm

Essential Experience/Skills

Driver management experience

Proven experience in a transport or logistics environment

An excellent understanding of transport regulations

Thorough understanding of driver compliance requirements, and infringement action

Strong organisational and problem-solving skills

Flexible and adaptable to changing operational needs

Good attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure to deadlines

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Transport Manager to oversee and coordinate our transportation operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the movement of goods, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and optimising supply chain efficiency. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a professional with strong analytical skills and a comprehensive understanding of logistics systems to contribute to the smooth functioning of our organisation’s transportation processes. The position is suitable for individuals with prior experience in transportation management or related fields.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operational Management

Ensure all operating centre’s vehicles you are responsible for are compliant including but not limited to:

PMI Checks, LOLER/PUWER, MOT Services, RFL and Service Checks

Ensure equipment checks are carried out on all equipment at every site and within the timescales expected

When receiving PMIs, checking them against the previous PMI in order to identify any anomalies including:

a. Mileages have been recorded correctly and there are no obvious discrepancies between the current and previous PMI

b. Tyre tread has been recorded correctly and there are no obvious discrepancies between the current and previous PMI

c. Defects have been remedied

d. Defects that have not been remedied have rendered the vehicle VOR and the operating centre isn’t continuing to use the vehicle

e. Brake Roller Test has been carried out at each PMI for PSVs, and they have passed (50% for service brake and 16% for handbrake)

f. Ensure paperwork has been completed correctly i.e. company name, maintenance provider name, date, site, Tacho dates, fire extinguisher/First Aid dates etc

g. PMI declaration MUST be signed

You will be responsible for any initial disciplinary process for drivers failing to undertake their duties properly. Verbal/written warnings must be signed for and recorded on the driver’s HR file

Gate checks are carried out each week. This should comprise of 10% of the fleet you are responsible for ensuring that each driver is checked once per PMI cycle

The appropriate vehicle for the route specification is allocated

Take lead on driving assessments for new applicants

Tachograph training is delivered to all successful applicants

Any new vehicles that arrive must have a PDI before going into service

Ensure Tachograph Cards are used by ALL PSV drivers

2. Operational Administration, Compliance and Other Duties

Ensure all paperwork is sent to Fleet Admin in a timely manner (within 24hours)

Job cards are completed when undertaking ANY maintenance (bulbs, tyres, wing mirrors etc)

Ensure inter-department vehicle swaps are recorded with Fleet Admin and check in/out sheets have been completed

PCN enquiries are responded to in a timely fashion

Fleet Admin are notified of any VORs, the reason why, the remedy and eta on return

MOTs are scheduled during the 14 week downtime when schools are closed

Driver cards are downloaded EVERY Monday morning before your shift

Driver data is analysed and any infringements identified are brought to the driver’s attention

Vehicle data is downloaded on the last working day of each month

Vehicle tachograph data are analysed each month and any infringements are investigated

PCT Driver protocol training is delivered to all drivers. This must be done as part of induction

Ensure Purchase Orders MUST be used for every purchase

All Safety Recalls are addressed in a timely manner

Schedule maintenance (PMI/MOT/Service etc) with internal and external maintenance providers

First use checks are carried out by ALL drivers every time they are in possession of a new vehicle

Ensure all drivers sign out for their vehicles daily and log the data

Ensure adequate stock of spare parts/stickers/vehicle related items in order to be able to rectify defects in a timely manner

Fuel is accounted for and that a half tank policy is adhered to by road staff

Drivers have their Driving Licence, Tacho card & DQC. This should be checked when handing out keys – Drivers must be replaced without being in possession of said items

Ensure The VDC app is used by ALL road staff

Preferred Qualifications

Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in Passenger Transport Operation

This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

Do you have a Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in Passenger Transport Operation

Do you have a full Driving Licence

Do you have a Category D on your licence

Work Location: In person

Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking

Work Location: In person