Transport Manager

Transport Manager- Transport Manager - Transport Manager
Overview
City Recruitment Group are recruiting for a Transport Manager working for a reputable Private sector organisation in the Birmingham area.
Your New Role
This established and leading company are seeking to appoint a Transport Manager to the business. You will be responsible for management of the transport operation and improvement of driver standards. The role will also be responsible for ensuring full compliance for vehicles and drivers, reporting and management of accidents and the management of vehicle PO logs, Transport / Fleet targets.
The successful Transport Manager will be accountable for; reviewing and optimising routes and delivering continuous improvement on route planning efficiency. You must be able to identify and execute cost saving opportunities as well as understand, interpret and deliver the proportion of the business's cost saving target. You will work with drivers and other key personnel to measure and control the reduction of vehicle damage. As the Transport Manager you will manage, measure and control accident costs and investigations.
You will also be responsible for ensuring that all aspects of transport operations are delivered within cost targets. You will be authorising entries on the PO log up to an agreed level and manage the accuracy and completeness of the vehicle PO log. The successful Transport Manager will ensure that every worker is fully compliant with legislative requirements, e.g. Licence checks, Declarations, etc. and that all vehicles and equipment are maintained to a high standard and inspected / documented, a minimum of twice weekly. You will ensure that all accidents are correctly identified and investigated fully with suitable outcomes to the network standards and with appropriate corrective and route cause mitigation. You will also be working with driver assessors to maintain regular assessments throughout the year and following accidents. As the successful Transport Manager you will also be ensuring that operational procedures and general housekeeping is maintained to network standards e.g. yard walks, vehicle checks etc.
To be considered for the role
* National CPC License holder.
* PC literate in programmes such as Microsoft Office.
* Experience in legislative compliance.
* Experience in a Transport Operation
* System knowledge of fleet systems, Isotrack, Tachomaster, etc.Technical & People Skills:
* To be Financially astute in order to drive cost saving efficiencies and initiatives.
* Some Technical knowledge of HGV, LGV.
* Experience of managing teams of people.Impact & Influence
* Experience of working in a traffic office operational capacity.
What our client can offer you
A thriving, leading business with excellent working environment which will include a competitive salary alongside a plethora of softer benefits.
Please 'apply now’ to avoid missing out on this opportunity or contact Al at City Recruitment Group for more information
Transport Manager - Transport Manager - Transport Manager