Senior Transport & Logistics Operations Lead

NICHOLLS'(FUEL OILS) LIMITED; Greysteel; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NICHOLLS'(FUEL OILS) LIMITED is seeking a Transport Manager to lead the logistics team in Northern Ireland. You will report to Directors and oversee drivers, routing, compliance, and health & safety with a focus on cost efficiency and customer service.

Hours are 8:00am–6:00pm, Monday to Saturday, 45 paid hours with a 30-minute lunch break. You will manage depot transport operations and ensure government regulations are met across depots.

Qualifications

• Must hold Transport Manager CPC qualification.
• Experience in a managerial role within the transport sector.
• Thorough knowledge of transport regulations and compliance.
• Category C+E driving license.
• Familiar with planning/scheduling systems in Northern Ireland (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day transport operations at all depot locations.
• Optimize routing and scheduling of HGV vehicles.
• Schedule fuel orders and vehicle logistics across depots.
• Monitor driver timesheets, rosters, tachographs and availability.
• Oversee depot tank quality control and stock checks.
• Assist HR with inductions, appraisals and disciplinary issues.
• Investigate driver incidents and report to directors.
• Ensure CPC, ADR updates, PPE and driver maintenance compliance.
• Review health & safety procedures in transport division.
• Ensure proper logistics documentation and incident reporting.
• Collaborate with senior logistics to keep policies relevant.
• Provide backup coverage for other depots as needed.

Skills

Transport regulations knowledge

Managerial experience

Planning scheduling

Driver management

Education

Transport Manager CPC qualification

Cat C+E license

Job description

NICHOLLS'(FUEL OILS) LIMITED is seeking a Transport Manager to lead the logistics team in Northern Ireland. You will report to Directors and oversee drivers, routing, compliance, and health & safety with a focus on cost efficiency and customer service.

Hours are 8:00am–6:00pm, Monday to Saturday, 45 paid hours with a 30-minute lunch break. You will manage depot transport operations and ensure government regulations are met across depots.