Transport Manager
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Job added: 27 November 2018
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Salary: £29000 - £32000/annum
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Location: RG2, Shinfield, Wokingham
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County: Berkshire
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Job Type: Permanent
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Reference: 209087416
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Company: CV-Library
Transport/ Fleet Manager
£30,000
Reading
The Company
Our client is a leading Hire company in the construction and tools sector. Transportation of these items in an efficient manner is essential to the success of the business and a Transport Manager will be responsible for the smooth running of the fleet of delivery vehicles.
This is a fast paced and exciting role for the right individual with a proven background of Transport Management. Ex forces candidates are very welcome to apply!
Job Purpose:
* As a Transport Manager you will provide and manage a safe, efficient, reliable and cost effective delivery and collection service for the Company and our Customers. You will manage a team of Drivers and Transport Coordinators to ensure a high standard of customer satisfaction at all times.
Job Responsibilities:
* Lead, coach and motivate a team of Drivers and Transport Coordinators to ensure the best level of internal and external customer service is provided.
* Review and manage performance and development needs of Drivers and Transport Coordinators on a regular basis
* Promote teamwork between colleagues across all company locations, to ensure the delivery of an effective transport service
* Plan, organise and manage the routing of deliveries and collections to meet the requirements of the business and our customers
* Be pro-active in developing operational improvements, focusing on cost reductions and customer satisfaction, and embrace any changes that are implemented with a positive attitude
* Promote and ensure compliance with transport policies, procedures and legislation (e.g. Tachograph, Towing, ADR regulations)
* Ensure that Transport/O licence audit processes and procedures are completed in line with legislation
* Ensure the vehicle fleet is effectively utilised by managing Jobs per Vehicle, PDA usage and gate times to exceed company transport performance targets
* Ensure the vehicle fleet is well maintained along with holding accurate documentation and records
* Manage costs efficiently ensuring they stay in line with budgets
* Ensure compliance with all systems, procedures and processes
* Represent the company and values of the business and portray a professional and business-like image to all customers, potential customers and other people you meet in the course of your work.
* Be a key driver in serious about safety by leading from the front
* Ensure all locations and company vehicles are maintained
* Carry out other tasks and duties as required
Experience/Knowledge/Skills Required:
* Transport/Logistics experience in a fast paced environment
* Experience leading a team
* Strong communication skills
* Driving licence essential (HGV/ CPC etc a great advantage)
* Excellent organisational skills
* Previous experience of managing budgets or cost control
* Up to date knowledge of health and safety regulations within a transport environment
* Knowledge of the tool and plant industry a great advantage
45 hours per week, Monday- Friday daytimes and every other Saturday (half day)
£30,000
Reading
The Company
Our client is a leading Hire company in the construction and tools sector. Transportation of these items in an efficient manner is essential to the success of the business and a Transport Manager will be responsible for the smooth running of the fleet of delivery vehicles.
This is a fast paced and exciting role for the right individual with a proven background of Transport Management. Ex forces candidates are very welcome to apply!
Job Purpose:
* As a Transport Manager you will provide and manage a safe, efficient, reliable and cost effective delivery and collection service for the Company and our Customers. You will manage a team of Drivers and Transport Coordinators to ensure a high standard of customer satisfaction at all times.
Job Responsibilities:
* Lead, coach and motivate a team of Drivers and Transport Coordinators to ensure the best level of internal and external customer service is provided.
* Review and manage performance and development needs of Drivers and Transport Coordinators on a regular basis
* Promote teamwork between colleagues across all company locations, to ensure the delivery of an effective transport service
* Plan, organise and manage the routing of deliveries and collections to meet the requirements of the business and our customers
* Be pro-active in developing operational improvements, focusing on cost reductions and customer satisfaction, and embrace any changes that are implemented with a positive attitude
* Promote and ensure compliance with transport policies, procedures and legislation (e.g. Tachograph, Towing, ADR regulations)
* Ensure that Transport/O licence audit processes and procedures are completed in line with legislation
* Ensure the vehicle fleet is effectively utilised by managing Jobs per Vehicle, PDA usage and gate times to exceed company transport performance targets
* Ensure the vehicle fleet is well maintained along with holding accurate documentation and records
* Manage costs efficiently ensuring they stay in line with budgets
* Ensure compliance with all systems, procedures and processes
* Represent the company and values of the business and portray a professional and business-like image to all customers, potential customers and other people you meet in the course of your work.
* Be a key driver in serious about safety by leading from the front
* Ensure all locations and company vehicles are maintained
* Carry out other tasks and duties as required
Experience/Knowledge/Skills Required:
* Transport/Logistics experience in a fast paced environment
* Experience leading a team
* Strong communication skills
* Driving licence essential (HGV/ CPC etc a great advantage)
* Excellent organisational skills
* Previous experience of managing budgets or cost control
* Up to date knowledge of health and safety regulations within a transport environment
* Knowledge of the tool and plant industry a great advantage
45 hours per week, Monday- Friday daytimes and every other Saturday (half day)
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