Transport Manager

Huntress; Wickford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Transport Manager to lead their team in Wickford. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including opportunities for overtime and career development. You will oversee compliance, manage the transport team, and ensure all drivers meet legal requirements. Join a forward-thinking company that values passion and professionalism, where your leadership will help maintain high standards and drive success in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Onsite Parking

25 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

Employee Ownership Benefits

Training Opportunities

Promotion and Career Development

Qualifications

• Experience in transport management and leadership is essential.
• Knowledge of driver compliance and legislation is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transport team, upskilling and training as necessary.
• Manage compliance with policies and legal regulations.

Skills

Transport Management Experience

Driver Compliance Knowledge

Leadership Skills

Strategic Planning

Job description

We are supporting a leading business in Wickford with recruiting for an experienced, permanent Transport Manager, working full-time. You will be working 45 hours per week, with flexibility around start and end times, Monday - Friday. The salary is up to 50,000 depending on your experience. In return for your hard work, the company will offer you a competitive salary, opportunities for overtime, training, promotion and career development, onsite parking, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and Employee Ownership benefits after 1 years of continuous employment.

Duties will include:

• Leading the Transport team, upskilling and training where necessary
• Control profit and loss for the department
• Managing compliance with policies and legal regulations
• Ensure all drivers are fully compliant
• Report vehicle defects efficiently, ensuring all company vehicles are taxed and insured
• Maintain up to date administration records
• Work alongside the production and sales team to meet company deadlines

To be successful for this position you must have transport management experience, and also involvement in strategy and leadership. You must have knowledge of driver compliance and legislation as you will be required to come in and hit the ground running with training staff and ensuring compliance. Passion and professionalism are a must, with the ability to be able to motivate and ensure the team act in the same manner at all times, maintaining the company's high standard.

To hear more about this incredible company and opportunity click apply now!

Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.