Transport Manager

Barnsley Permanent £50,000 - £55,000 per year
  • International CPC Essential
  • Leading SME Business

About Our Client

My client are seeking an experienced Transport Manager for there DC in Barnsley.

You will be required to assist the Transport Manager in managing the transport operations, planning and administration teams, along with the daily responsibility for a dedicated team of around 200 drivers.

Job Description

  • Managing all employee related issues, including performance, attendance, accident investigations, etc. both formally and informally with drivers and operational staff.
  • Dealing with legal compliance, tachograph rules, tracking systems and drivers' infringements.
  • Taking appropriate action against any infringements.
  • Ensuring the Transport department meet all relevant transport and health and safety legislation.
  • Managing and processing orders and invoices for the fleet, including liaising with the repairers.
  • Manage FORS compliance.
  • Processing drivers' weekly wages, including absences and expenses.
  • Covering for the Transport Manager as required.

The Successful Applicant

  • 5 years experience as within a Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain background.
  • Have good vehicle knowledge, ideally with previous fleet management experience.
  • Hold a CPC or be willing to work towards one.
  • Be a FORS practitioner or be willing to work towards this.
  • Have working knowledge of transport and driver regulations.
  • Have experience in compliance management.
  • Hold a full UK driving licence.
  • Have excellent communications skills, both verbal and written, at all levels, internally and externally.
  • Have a proactive, flexible approach with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Live within a commutable distance of Barnsley

What's on Offer

  • Basic Salary of £50,000 - £55,000
  • Additional Company Benefits
Contact
Joseph Tinsley
Quote job ref
JN-112023-6236781
Phone number
+44 115 934 8688

Job summary

Job function
Logistics
Subsector
Transport Management
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
Barnsley
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Joseph Tinsley
Consultant phone
+44 115 934 8688
Job reference
JN-112023-6236781