Transport & Fleet Manager

Willis Global; Maldon; Sur place; GBP 42 000 - 58 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual leave 32 days

Company pension

Death in service 2x salary

Staff discount

Car tyre discount

Flu vaccination service

Employee referral bonus

Résumé du poste

Willis Global is seeking a Transport & Fleet Manager in Maldon, Essex to lead the day-to-day transport operation, manage the fleet, and coordinate inter-branch deliveries. You will ensure compliance with DVSA and Operator’s Licence requirements while directing a small transport team to deliver reliable service.

The role requires CPC qualification, 2+ years in transport, and a full UK driving licence. You will drive efficiency, control costs, and partner with HR and Accounts on insurance and

Qualifications

• Road Haulage CPC qualification to act as Transport Manager.
• Minimum two years experience in transport, logistics or fleet management.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience leading and developing transport or logistics teams.
• Strong knowledge of Operator’s Licence compliance, drivers hours, tachographs and transport legislation.
• Experience managing vehicle maintenance programmes and compliance records.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, control costs and improve operational efficiency.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to health and safety and continuous improvement.
• Experience within agricultural, construction, plant, groundcare or specialist machinery transport sectors is desirable.
• Familiarity with transport management systems such as IBCOS, POD Father or tachograph analysis software.

Responsabilités

• Act as the nominated Transport Manager on the company’s Operator’s Licence, ensuring full compliance with transport legislation.
• Manage all aspects of fleet compliance, maintenance records, PMIs, MOTs, driver documentation and tachograph records.
• Lead, support and develop the transport team, including performance management and training.
• Coordinate machinery movements, inter-branch deliveries and wider transport activities to meet operational needs.
• Provide cover for the Transport Planner during annual leave and ensure continuity of transport operations.
• Promote high health & safety standards and ensure drivers have necessary equipment and resources.
• Investigate transport-related issues, resolve problems and implement corrective actions.
• Manage fleet insurance claims from notification to resolution with insurers.
• Manage transport department budget, monitor expenditure and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive rates and value for money.
• Work with branches, HR and Accounts on operational matters and invoice processing.
• Deliver reliable transport service to branches and colleagues nationwide.
• Drive continuous improvement in scheduling, booking, tracking and communication systems.

Connaissances

Transport management

People leadership

Budget control

Health and safety

Formation

Road Haulage CPC

Outils

IBCOS

POD Father

Tachograph software

Description du poste

Our client, a long-established family firm with a network of branches in the South and East of England, that supply machinery and services to the agricultural, construction and professional ground care machinery markets are looking for a Transport & Fleet Manager to be based in Maldon, Essex.

On Offer:

• Competitive salary dependant on skills and experience.
• Working Hours: 40 hrs per week 8am to 5pm Monday Friday (1-hour unpaid lunch) Additional hours may be required during peak periods
• 32 days annual leave including bank holidays, Company Sick Pay Scheme, Workplace, Pension, Employee Referral Bonus Scheme, Winter Flu Jab Service, Car Tyre Discount, Staff Discount in Country Stores and Death in Service Cover (2 x salary)

Main Purpose of the Transport & Fleet Manager:

Reporting to the General Service Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day transport operation and directly managing the transport department. Transport is an internal service function, so success is about delivering a dependable service to our branches and departments, controlling costs, securing good value from suppliers and continually improving how the business operates. You will also take an active role in managing the fleet insurance claims, liaising closely with the Head of HR.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Transport & Fleet Manager:

• Act as the nominated Transport Manager on the company s Operator s Licence, ensuring full compliance with transport legislation, Insurance compliance, DVSA requirements and Traffic Commissioner standards.
• Manage all aspects of fleet compliance, including vehicle maintenance records, periodic maintenance inspections (PMIs), MOTs, driver documentation, licence checks, tachograph records, drivers hours and Working Time Directive requirements.
• Lead, support and develop the transport team, including performance management, training, engagement and employee welfare.
• Coordinate machinery movements, inter-branch deliveries and wider transport activities to meet operational and customer requirements.
• Provide cover for the Transport Planner during periods of annual leave of absence, ensuring transport operations and communications continue effectively.
• Promote and maintain high standards of health and safety, ensuring drivers have the necessary equipment, documentation and resources to carry out their roles safely.
• Investigate transport-related issues, resolve operational problems and implement corrective actions to improve service delivery.
• Manage the fleet accident reporting and insurance claims process from initial notification through to resolution, liaising with the company s insurers, maintaining accurate records and providing the Head of HR with regular updates on claim progress, outstanding actions and outcomes.
• Manage the transport department budget, monitor expenditure, control costs and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
• Negotiate with suppliers and contractors to secure competitive rates and value for money.
• Work closely with branch managers and internal departments, including HR and Accounts, on operational matters, insurance claims and invoice processing.
• Deliver a responsive and reliable transport service to branches and colleagues across the business.
• Drive continuous improvement in transport processes, including scheduling, booking, tracking and communication systems.

To be Considered:

• Road Haulage CPC has qualification and eligibility to act as a nominated Transport Manager.
• Minimum two years experience in transport, logistics or fleet management.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience leading and developing transport or logistics teams.
• Strong knowledge of Operator s Licence compliance, drivers hours, tachographs and transport legislation.
• Experience managing vehicle maintenance programmes and compliance records.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, control costs and improve operational efficiency.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to health and safety and continuous improvement.
• Experience within agricultural, construction, plant, groundcare or specialist machinery transport sectors is desirable.
• Familiarity with transport management systems such as IBCOS, POD Father or tachograph analysis software.