HSEQ & Transport Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) & Transport Manager to enhance their safety-first culture. This role involves managing transport operations and health & safety policies, ensuring compliance with legislation, and conducting audits across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in transport and health & safety management, coupled with strong negotiation skills and a hands-on approach. Join a dynamic team that values safety and efficiency, and make a significant impact in a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport management and health & safety management.
• Ability to develop policies and procedures based on best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage vehicle maintenance, servicing, and repairs; oversee vehicle checks.
• Develop and oversee the company’s health & safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Transport Management

Health & Safety Management

Negotiation Skills

Policy Development

Training Delivery

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Tools

H&S Management Software

Transport Management Software

Job description

Job Description:

Alliance Tool Hire is a fast-growing independent tool hire company with 10 branches across the South of England. We are looking for a dedicated Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) & Transport Manager to join our team and build on our safety-first culture.

This role is based at either our Mitcham, South London, or Horsham, Sussex branch, with travel across the depot network required for a minimum of 1-2 days per week.

Responsibilities

1. Transport

• Manage vehicle maintenance, servicing, and repairs; oversee vehicle checks; respond to incidents; liaise with insurance providers as required.
• Monitor transport costs, fuel usage, and driver performance to enhance efficiency.
• Manage transport-related contracts and relationships with external providers, e.g., vehicle leasing companies and repair networks.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation and company health and safety policies; maintain FORS accreditation.

Health & Safety

• Develop and oversee the company’s health & safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments; ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Conduct regular internal audits and support external audits across the depot network; resolve issues identified.
• Oversee safety training and deliver toolbox talks for staff, including induction programs for new employees.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses; report findings and implement corrective actions.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in transport management and health & safety management, ideally in the hire or construction-related sectors.
• Commercial mindset with negotiation skills for dealing with suppliers such as vehicle leasing companies and repair networks.
• Ability to develop policies and procedures based on best practices and advice from external experts.
• Hands-on, pragmatic approach with attention to detail and a bias for action.
• Confidence in delivering training and engaging staff in safety awareness initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, H&S management software, and transport management software.