Transport Operations Lead

Speedy Hire Plc; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hire equipment provider in Glasgow seeks a Transport Manager to coordinate and enhance the transport function. The role focuses on delivery coordination, staff management, and ensuring vehicle upkeep. Ideal candidates should have previous managerial experience, excellent communication skills, and a valid driving license. The position offers numerous benefits including hybrid working arrangements, life assurance, and a robust employee assistance program. We promote a culture of wellbeing and inclusion in our workplaces.

Benefits

26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Life assurance

Pension Scheme

Canteen facilities

95% discount across the brand

Opportunities for training and development

Employee Assistance Program

Green Commute Initiative

Qualifications

• Previous managerial/supervisory experience is necessary.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Candidate must prioritize workload effectively while meeting deadlines.
• Full driving license, ideally with Class 2 category and CPC qualification, is required.
• Understanding of health and safety management practices is important.
• Ability to support delivering the ESG Strategy is needed.

Responsibilities

• Organize and coordinate the transport function within the depot.
• Oversee delivery and collections processes.
• Manage staff training and development.
• Schedule fuel deliveries and book external haulage.
• Ensure upkeep of all vehicles and maintain product knowledge.

Skills

Managerial/supervisory experience

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to prioritize workload

Full driving license (Class 2 and CPC)

Health and safety management

Support for ESG Strategy

Job description

A leading hire equipment provider in Glasgow seeks a Transport Manager to coordinate and enhance the transport function. The role focuses on delivery coordination, staff management, and ensuring vehicle upkeep. Ideal candidates should have previous managerial experience, excellent communication skills, and a valid driving license. The position offers numerous benefits including hybrid working arrangements, life assurance, and a robust employee assistance program. We promote a culture of wellbeing and inclusion in our workplaces.