Transport Manager

Vortex Companies - Trenchless Infrastructure Solutions; Newry; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Career development

Job summary

Vortex Companies is seeking a Transport Manager to oversee fleet and plant compliance for Ireland operations, ensuring cost-efficient maintenance for around 80 commercial vehicles. You will work with service providers, suppliers and our in-house garage to keep vehicles safe and compliant.

Role involves regulatory oversight, maintenance planning, and collaboration with Operations and Commercial teams to support project delivery and performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar Transport/Fleet role.
• Strong understanding of fleet maintenance, HGV operations and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent liaison with suppliers, garages and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure statutory compliance of all vehicles and assets in line with DVA and O-License.
• Oversee Planned Maintenance Inspections, PSV and MOT scheduling.
• Plan and organise vehicle and plant maintenance to meet operations.
• Coordinate with in-house garage for resource allocation.
• Manage supplier relationships for cost efficiency and value.
• Record maintenance and repair activity meticulously.
• Monitor driver CPC and driving licence compliance.

Skills

Fleet management

Cost control

Regulatory compliance

Driver CPC knowledge

Education

CILT Level 3 CPC for Transport Managers (Road Haulage)

Class 2 HGV Driving Licence

Job description

Want to be part of one of the country’s fastest growing infrastructure businesses? The Vortex Companies, LLC delivers cutting edge trenchless technologies and turnkey services to make the worlds water cleaner and we’re growing every day!

McAllister's A Vortex Company is seeking a Transport Manager to manage fleet and plant compliance for Ireland operations, ensuring cost-efficient maintenance through liaison with service providers, suppliers, and garage activities. Supporting operations and commercial teams, the role involves overseeing planned and reactive maintenance and repair for around 80 commercial vehicles, including specialist Tanker and Combination Jetting and Vacuum trucks.

You will ensure all vehicles are safe, reliable, and compliant with regulations, and oversee all aspects of fleet management.

Key Responsibilities

• Statutory compliance of all company vehicles, heavy plant and specialist operational assets in strict alignment with DVA and HGV Operator License (O-License) conditions
• Oversee scheduling of Planned Maintenance Inspections, PSV & MOT etc.
• Planning and organisation of vehicle and plant maintenance and repairs in alignment with operational requirements
• Work directly with our in-house garage to ensure appropriate allocation of resources to achieve desired outcomes
• Manage the relationship with our suppliers, ensuring optimum efficiency and value for money
• Coordinate response to breakdowns and plant issues to minimise downtime
• Keep detailed records of all maintenance / repair work
• Build working knowledge of mechanical operation of all plant, HGV’s and maintenance best practise
• Daily communication and collaboration with Operations and Project Management teams
• Support and promote a culture of safe working practises, liaising with field staff as required
• Oversee driver Performance, CPC and driving license compliance and monitoring
• Oversee daily vehicle check procedure and defect management
• Utilise existing Company systems and software for ongoing monitoring, reporting and analysis
• Regular reporting to Senior Management on team performance and areas for improvement
• Develop Fleet strategy including technology & innovation, fleet purchase decisions and fleet structure.
• Responsible for ensuring your own health and safety and that of others and promoting a positive health and safety culture within the workplace
• Ensure all Health and safety obligations are met, and company policies are adhered to
• Report any safety concerns, hazard observations, accidents and incidents in a timely manner to allow full investigation and prevent re-occurrence
• Support with accident/incident investigations through technical knowledge.

Essential Criteria / Minimum Experience And Training

• At least 2 years experience in a similar role
• Commercially astute and drive improvements to improve both compliance and costs.
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable Criteria

• CILT Level 3 CPC for Transport Managers (Road Haulage)
• Class 2 HGV Driving Licence

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package
• Pension Scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Career Development

Vortex Companies, LLC and all of its subsidiaries, considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or sexual orientation. All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications.

We are a fair chance employer.

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