Transport Manager for Gas

Reynolds Logistics Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Reynolds Logistics, a leading European haulier, is seeking a Transport Manager for their UK GAS business. This role involves managing transport operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and leading a team. Ideal for professionals looking to advance into leadership within a family-oriented business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport management, particularly with fuels, gases, and hazardous goods.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and compliance.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the transport of gases, ensuring sufficient resources.
• Ensure adherence to safety, legal, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor transport budgets and prepare financial reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Education

International CPC certification

Job description

Job Title: Transport Manager - GAS Business

Reynolds Logistics, a leading European haulier in the fuels and speciality chemicals industry with over 85 years of experience, is seeking a dedicated Transport Manager for our UK GAS business. This role offers a unique opportunity for a professional to lead our operations and progress into a leadership position.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the transport of gases, ensuring sufficient resources are in place.
• Collaborate with the Gas customer and business development teams to produce detailed resource plans for all gas workstreams.
• Recruit and arrange training for drivers to meet customer needs, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to safety, legal, and environmental regulations, including drivers' hours, working time, license checks, ADR requirements, vehicle maintenance, and spill management.
• Lead the driving team based at Magna Park and support remote/satellite depots.
• Participate in customer contract review meetings and report on contractual KPIs.
• Monitor transport budgets and prepare financial reports.
• Coordinate with clients to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
• Conduct safety audits and risk assessments regularly.
• Ensure driver compliance with Tablet (ePOD) usage and pre-start checks.
• Investigate incidents and accidents promptly.
• Hold disciplinary hearings as necessary.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and standards.
• Handle transport-related emergencies effectively.
• Support business development with new inquiries.
• Implement initiatives from the Reynolds 5-year Safety Plan.
• Ensure the Out of Hours team has sufficient information to support drivers and contracts.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in transport management, particularly with fuels, gases, and hazardous goods.
• International CPC certification.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and compliance.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel nationally.
• Strong IT skills, including office and bespoke software.

This position is ideal for a committed professional eager to advance into a leadership role within a forward-thinking family business that values its employees. Let us know your preferred location and role interests, and we will contact you when opportunities arise.