Transport Manager HGV

Brandfixx Ltd.; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Target-based Annual Bonus

Pool Car (Tesla)

Company Pension

Job summary

B R Saunders Transport Ltd is seeking an Experienced HGV Transport Manager to provide leadership for the Saunders Transport Fleet Team and collaborate with the HGV Workshop Manager, Compliance and Senior Management. The role emphasizes KPI management, cost control, and strong health & safety focus in a busy transport operation.

The Transport Manager will ensure Operator Licence compliance, drive continuous improvement, and support regulatory inspections while reporting transport performance to

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in HGV transport management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with Operator Licence compliance.

Responsibilities

• Transport & Operator Licence Compliance.
• Maintain continuous and effective control of the transport operation.
• Ensure the company complies with all Operator Licence requirements.
• Maintain transport compliance systems and records.
• Monitor drivers’ hours, Working Time Directive and tachograph compliance.
• Ensure driver licence checks are completed and maintained.
• Monitor driver infringements and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor vehicle prohibitions, defects and enforcement matters.
• Prepare for and support DVSA, Traffic Commissioner inspections.
• Escalate significant compliance concerns to the MD.

Skills

KPI management

Cost control

Leadership

Health & safety

Tools

FORS

DVSA

Job description

HGV Transport Manager

Are you a Highly Motivated HGV Transport Manager with at least 3 years’ experience, looking for an opportunity where your hard work and expertise are truly valued? Are you passionate about health & safety procedures, and have strong compliance and analytical skills, but you’re not being rewarded for your diligent efforts by your present employer? Do you pride yourself on exceptional leadership skills, and are you able to communicate with authority while still being approachable? If you have a keen eye for KPI Management within your team and a strong emphasis on cost control and efficiency then read on… B R Saunders Transport Ltd is an established transport business providing specialist HGV and lorry-loader transport services across the South East and beyond. They are seeking an Experienced HGV Transport Manager who will provide management direction to the Saunders Transport Fleet Team, and also work closely with the HGV Workshop Manager, Compliance and other Senior Management.

Hours & Salary

FT. 7.30 - 17.30 flexible hours to be discussed£55 - £69K per annum depending on experience

Benefits we Offer

• Target-based Annual Performance Bonus
• Designated company Pool Car (Telsa)
• Company Pension

Duties & Responsibilities

• Transport & Operator Licence Compliance
• Maintain continuous and effective control of the transport operation
• Ensure the company complies with all Operator Licence requirements
• Maintain appropriate transport compliance systems and records
• Monitor drivers’ hours, Working Time Directive and tachograph compliance
• Ensure driver licence checks are completed and maintained
• Monitor driver infringements and ensure appropriate investigation and corrective action
• Monitor vehicle prohibitions, defects, infringements and enforcement matters
• Ensure transport-related documentation is accurate and up to date
• Prepare for and support DVSA, Traffic Commissioner and other regulatory inspections
• Escalate significant compliance concerns to the Managing Director immediately
• Work with the Compliance & Projects Manager to ensure company-wide compliance systems are maintained, along with ongoing training for all staff

FORS Management

• Maintain compliance with the current FORS Standard
• Coordinate FORS audits and preparation
• Maintain FORS policies, procedures and evidence
• Monitor driver training, development, vehicle safety, transport infringements
• Ensure lessons from incidents, infringements and audits are implemented

Transport Fleet Team

The Transport Manager will work closely with and provide management direction to the Saunders Transport Fleet Team.

Health & Safety

Work closely with the Managing Director, Compliance & Projects Manager and Health & Safety advisers to ensure transport-related Health & Safety standards are maintained.

Accidents, Incidents & Infringements

Ensure all significant incidents are Reported > Investigated > Corrective action agreed > Lesson communicated.

Policies & Procedures

Working with the Compliance & Project Manager.

KPI & Management Reporting

The Transport Manager will be responsible for providing regular transport performance information to the Managing Director.

Cost Control & Efficiency

Work with the Managing Director, Finance Manager, Fleet Team and HGV Workshop Manager.

Supporting the Company Plan

The Transport Manager will support the Managing Director in delivering the company’s wider business plan.

Management & Leadership

The Transport Manager will be expected to:

• Lead by example.
• Set clear standards.
• Hold people accountable.
• Challenge poor performance.
• Support employees.
• Communicate clearly.
• Make decisions promptly.
• Escalate serious issues.
• Work collaboratively with other managers.
• Develop the transport management team.
• Encourage continuous improvement.

Working closely with the HGV Workshop Manager

• Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
• Review daily transport performance, driver availability and resource requirements
• Monitor vehicle availability & address operational problems
• Reduce unnecessary mileage, fuel usage & identify operational efficiencies
• Improve communication between transport and fleet
• Review customer service
• Support sales growth
• Maintain safe working practices

In Summary

If you want to join a well-established business with a great reputation and big aspirations, where you will be supported in your career progress, then this is the role for you. Our selection process is unique in the marketplace and attracts motivated, productive team members & this means we know you will be successful and have a great career with us.

We look forward to hearing from you.