Depot Transport Manager

Evri; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading delivery company in the UK is hiring a Depot Transport Manager for their new Belfast Depot. The role includes overseeing transport operations, ensuring compliance, and developing a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will have substantial transport management experience and relevant certifications. The team at Evri values inclusivity and aims to represent the diverse customers they serve.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years in a Transport Management position.
• Excellent knowledge of drivers’ hours and WTDs.
• Experience in a 24/7 operation with a large team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the transport operation plan for the Depot.
• Manage operational safety and legal compliance.
• Lead quality accident investigations and sustain service standards.

Skills

Transport Manager CPC National Certificate

IOSH Qualified

Full Driving License

Transport management systems knowledge

Knowledge of legal compliance

Experience in Drug and Alcohol testing

Job description

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We are thrilled to announce the opening of a brand-new Depot in Belfast, and we are building a talented team to make it happen.

At Evri, we lead the way in delivery. We’re market leaders and we invest to keep on growing.

We are looking for a Depot Transport Manager to come and join the Belfast Evri family that share our passion and drive to delight our Customers.

Come and join the New Evri Belfast team!

The purpose of the Depot Transport Manager (DTM) is to deliver the transport operation plan for the Depot, whilst developing a high performing team of Drivers. As a key name on the depot O License, you will manage the safety of the operation, people, the legal & regulatory compliance of the transport operation with policy and process excellence for all vehicles relating to the Depot.

The Depot Transport Manager will work in partnership with all Depot management and colleagues, to ensure the transport operation achieves people, service, cost and quality performance targets.

• Maintaining budgeted costs and planning the fleet to the forecasted volumes. Control driver costs and sustain above target levels of service and quality by ensuring all vehicles and equipment are maintained to a high standard through consistent audits and compliance checks.
• Ensuring robust and efficient BAU and peak transport planning processes are prepared accounting for contingencies and challenges ensuring the operation runs smoothly.
• Managing all transport costs, resources, maintenance repairs and CPU with support from the DGM.
• Leading quality accident investigations professionally and with urgency when necessary.
• Ensuring the Depot is always legally compliant in all relevant documentation and systems, this will include servicing & maintenance of vehicles, regulatory requirements, driver's hours, tacho downloads both driver and vehicle unit along with all training - drivers CPC, MHE and manual handling.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Full Driving License
• Essential Transport Manager CPC National Certificate
• IOSH Qualified
• Minimum experience of 2-3 years working in a Transport Management position and excellent knowledge of legal compliance, drivers’ hours and WTD's.
• Systems knowledge & experience of working with transport management systems and tachograph analysis.
• Experience of Drug and Alcohol testing
• Experience in a busy 24/7 operation with a large team of diverse colleagues.

At Evri, we know we only grow if our people do too. That’s why we’re committed to building a truly inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can bring – and be – their whole authentic selves. We’re on a journey to better represent the customers we serve around the UK. We’re committed to removing barriers and ensure that each person at Evri is valued for who they are, and what they bring to our business.

We are Evri. Where everyone is welcome

We’re excited for the future. Let’s deliver it together.