Junior Transport Manager (Newry)

VanRath; Newry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major logistics company in Newry is seeking a Junior Transport Manager to enhance operational efficiency. This full-time, permanent position involves planning delivery routes, managing driver schedules, and ensuring fleet compliance. Candidates should have transport or logistics experience, strong organisational skills, and knowledge of driver regulations. A fantastic benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport or logistics supervision/management.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of fleet compliance, driver regulations, and route planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, review, and optimise delivery routes with a focus on cost and service quality.
• Manage driver rotas 4 weeks ahead, ensuring full coverage.
• Monitor driver performance and oversee fleet tracking.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Transport or logistics experience

Knowledge of fleet compliance

Job description

Overview

Junior Transport Manager role for a major company. This is a full-time, permanent position based in Newry.

Salary: Negotiable + fantastic benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Plan, review, and optimise delivery routes with a focus on cost and service quality.
• Manage driver rotas 4 weeks ahead, ensuring full coverage and effective absence planning.
• Monitor driver performance, including working hours, safety, uniforms, and debriefs.
• Oversee fleet tracking and share live delivery updates with customer service.
• Ensure daily vehicle checks and logbooks are completed; carry out regular audits.
• Coordinate vehicle servicing, fridge repairs, and maintain up-to-date certifications.
• Track mileage, servicing, tax, and insurance using the fleet spreadsheet.
• Monitor fuel usage weekly; manage fuel cards and key returns.
• Induct new drivers and maintain licence checks and a skills matrix for shift planning.
• Report regularly to senior management on financials, efficiency, and team performance.
• Lead and support the team across all people management areas.
• Promote a strong health & safety culture and maintain audit readiness.
• Ensure smooth handovers between day and night teams.

What You Bring

• Experience in transport or logistics supervision/management
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Knowledge of fleet compliance, driver regulations, and route planning tools
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with high operational standards

How to Apply

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