Transport Assistant Manager

Around Noon Ltd; Newry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Newry is seeking a proactive Transport Assistant Manager. This role involves overseeing daily delivery operations, managing driver performance, and ensuring fleet compliance. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in a transport environment and strong organisational skills. Opportunities for growth are available within this high-performing team.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunities for growth

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a transport or logistics supervisory/management role.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of fleet compliance, driver regulations, and route optimisation tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, review, and optimise delivery routes.
• Manage driver rotas ensuring full shift coverage.
• Oversee driver performance, including safety standards.
• Maintain fleet tracking and provide delivery updates.
• Ensure drivers complete vehicle checks daily.

Skills

Transport and logistics management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of fleet compliance

Route optimisation tools

Job description

Overview

Transport Assistant Manager

Location: Newry | Type: Full-Time - 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 6 as per a rota
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Were seeking a proactive and organised Transport Assistant Manager to oversee our daily delivery operations. Youll play a key role in ensuring efficient route planning, driver performance, and fleet compliance while driving continuous improvement across the team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, review, and optimise delivery routes with a focus on cost-efficiency and service performance.
• Manage driver rotas (4 weeks in advance), ensuring full shift coverage and effective absence planning.
• Oversee driver performance, including hours, safety standards, uniform compliance, and debriefing.
• Maintain fleet tracking and provide real-time delivery updates to the customer service team.
• Ensure all drivers complete vehicle checks and logbooks daily; perform regular fleet audits.
• Coordinate vehicle servicing, repairs (including fridges), and ensure all certifications are up to date.
• Maintain accurate records of mileage, servicing, tax, and insurance using the fleet spreadsheet.
• Monitor and reconcile fuel usage weekly; manage fuel card and key returns.
• Induct new drivers and maintain up-to-date licence checks and a skills matrix for coverage planning.
• Provide senior management with regular updates on departmental performance, covering financial outcomes, operational efficiency and key team metrics.
• Lead and support the team across all aspects of people management
• Promote a strong health and safety culture and ensure depot readiness for audits.
• Support a smooth handover process between day and night teams.

What You Bring

• Experience in a transport or logistics supervisory/management role.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of fleet compliance, driver regulations, and route optimisation tools.
• A proactive mindset with a commitment to operational excellence.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth within a high-performing logistics operation.
• A supportive team environment focused on safety, efficiency, and delivery success.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Must have the Right to Work in UK, no form of work sponsorship is available for this role