Transport Manager (Southern Region)

Workdry International Ltd; Chandler's Ford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineer solutions provider in the UK is looking for an experienced Transport Manager in Chandler's Ford. Your responsibilities will include managing a mixed fleet, ensuring compliance with transport laws and regulations, and supporting the Transport team. The ideal candidate will have a Transport Managers CPC qualification and experience in managing fleet operations. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car

Eligible for company bonus scheme

25 days holiday

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

Life assurance protection

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven history of managing a mixed fleet of cars, vans and large goods vehicles.
• Holder of a Transport Managers National CPC qualification.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise within a busy department.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for providing consultative support for the Transport & Vehicle Fleet Operation.
• Focus on legal compliance and fleet maintenance procedures.
• Assist the Head of Transport with Operator Licence undertakings.

Skills

Managing a mixed fleet

Knowledge of Road Transport Law

Experience in auditing transport systems

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Transport Managers National CPC qualification in Road Transport Operations

Full UK category B Driving Licence

Tools

Microsoft 365

Fleet management systems

Job description

The Workdry Group has seen enormous growth over recent years. Due to this we're pleased to be adding an additional Transport Manager into our friendly Transport team, to help support in the southern region. This role will be based in our head office in chandlers ford with travel into branches 2/3 days a week. This is an exciting time to join us as we focus on ensuring we have the very best processes and service delivery for our workforce. This role would be perfect for an experienced Transport Manager, or for someone who has worked in a Transport role in a similar industry. If you're looking to move into a new role this would be an ideal opportunity to develop further into the world of Transport within a global business.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for providing a consultative and supporting service for the Transport & Vehicle Fleet Operation.
• Support the Transport & Vehicle Fleet Operation with regional coverage.
• Focus on legal compliance, fleet maintenance procedures, cost efficiency and overall best practice.
• Be responsible for Operator Licencing and FORS.
• Assist the Head of Transport to ensure our Operators Licence undertakings are upheld to include the continuous and effective control of vehicle operations.
• Support the Transport Administration Function to ensure all relevant fleet administration, system updates and reporting is carried out and completed.
• Support, coach, and mentor the Transport Administration Team and any other branch/operational staff, including drivers.
• Ensure tachograph rules and drivers hours are complied with at branch level and manage infringement reports and provide coaching and instruction where required.

About You

We're looking for someone who is ready for a challenge and enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment, an individual who can see the benefit of putting time into improvement projects as well as the day‑to‑day Transport activity.

Qualifications

• Proven history of managing a mixed fleet of cars, vans and large goods vehicles, including working knowledge of preventative maintenance systems.
• Working knowledge and experience of managing Operators Licencing.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience of Road Transport Law.
• Understanding of creating and managing vehicle operating budgets.
• Holder of a Transport Managers National CPC qualification in Road Transport Operations (or working towards).
• Working knowledge and experience of Lorry mounted crane operations.
• Experience of working with supervisory responsibility.
• Experience in multi‑site operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 programmes to include Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, online portals, databases and fleet management systems.
• Holder of a full UK category B Driving Licence.
• Understanding and experience of FORS and other accreditation systems.
• Experience in auditing transport systems and procedures.
• Ability to communicate at all levels, and work as a confident negotiator.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise within a busy department with changing priorities.
• Excellent decision‑making skills.
• Please note, you will need to have the ability and flexibility to travel regularly to our Branch network as required.

About the Company

Workdry International is a market‑leading provider of engineered solutions for the handling and treatment of water and wastewater. Our Selwood, Siltbuster, Vanderkamp and Holland Pump business combined form a UK, European and US leader in pumping solutions, on‑site water treatment, wet waste processing and the prevention of waterborne pollution, delivering an unrivalled range of rapidly deployable solutions. Workdry provides support to group companies through administration and back‑office functions including finance, HR, training and development, and health and safety. We are committed to excellence in solutions and services, staff training and development, sustainability and diversity, and provide an environment where every team member can thrive and progress to their full potential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company car (for essential users with frequent business travel)
• Eligible for company bonus scheme (annual and quarterly payments)
• 25 days holiday (plus length of service increases) + 8 Bank Holidays
• Holiday buying (up to an additional week)
• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) for yourself
• Medical cash plan for yourself - reimburse health costs e.g. dentist or optician, access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships
• Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary
• Life assurance protection at 3 x salary
• Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Employee referral scheme (up to £1,000 per referral)
• Hybrid working (i.e., working from home and in the office) pattern
• Support for development and training

Recruitment Notice

This role is not open to Agencies - Please no calls or emails - Thank you.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We value transparency, respecting others and understanding differences. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.