OUR ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Fully qualified with National Transport Manager CPC, Class C licence, and Driver CPC Card, with strong knowledge of O Licence undertakings, driver hours, and tachograph regulations.
• Experienced leader with a proven track record in staff management, HR processes (appraisals, disciplinary, grievance), and Health & Safety responsibilities.
• Logistics and operations expertise, including route planning, compliance, and working effectively under pressure in fast-paced environments.

YOUR CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure full compliance with Driver Hours, Working Time Directives, ‘O’ Licence undertakings, and all fleet-related legal obligations.
• Oversee driver recruitment, training, retention, and performance management to build and maintain a reliable and compliant workforce.
• Manage vehicle maintenance schedules, ensuring timely MOTs, repairs, and road tax compliance for optimal fleet performance.
• Support route planning and scheduling with the Collections Team to optimise delivery efficiency and meet service commitments.
• Collaborate with Depot Supervisors to achieve operational KPIs, including service quality, fuel efficiency, and cost control.
• Drive cost-saving and efficiency initiatives, identifying areas for improvement across transport and depot operations.
• Conduct monthly depot and supervisor checks, ensuring paperwork completion and active participation in management meetings.
• Coordinate financial and admin processes, including driver timesheets, PO approvals, and liaising with finance and senior management for system improvements.