Transport Operations Manager (4-on-4-off)

Michael Page (UK); Dartford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Transport Operations Manager to lead a dedicated team in Dartford. This role involves ensuring top-notch service delivery and compliance within a fast-paced logistics environment. You will be responsible for managing transport operations, driving innovation, and fostering team engagement. The ideal candidate will possess a CPC qualification and a passion for transport compliance. Join a friendly, safety-first working environment that values your contributions and offers a competitive salary along with various benefits. If you're ready to make an impact in logistics, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Generous holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Online discount platform

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• In-depth experience in transport leadership within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge in transport compliance and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to ensure delivery and financial performance indicators are met.
• Oversee transport fleet management and compliance for safety.

Skills

Transport leadership experience

Knowledge of transport legislation

People management

Delegation experience

Innovation and development

Education

CPC qualification

Job description

Must be willing to work a 4-on-4-off rotating day shift (earlies/lates)

CPC qualification required

About Our Client

Our client is a leading logistics provider.

Job Description

The Transport Operations Manager will lead a team of Supervisors, Drivers, and Clerical colleagues to ensure delivery, productivity, and financial performance indicators are met in order to provide best-in-class service to our client's customer. Based at the operation in Dartford, key responsibilities will include:

1. Deliver transport fleet management and compliance, upskilling colleagues with transportation safety/compliance.
2. Oversee performance delivery ensuring a high level of NPS/customer feedback is achieved.
3. Ensure all product returns and stock debriefs are achieved.
4. Deliver and track on transport KPIs/SLAs.
5. Encourage team engagement, development, and coaching, including encouragement of two-way feedback and ideas within the team to continuously focus on best-in-class delivery and improvement.
6. Internal and external stakeholder communication, including meetings with the customer.
7. Drive innovation and high performance through high levels of safe working and practices.
8. Ensure H&S delivery and regulations are adhered to.
9. Assist with driver hours in line with legislations, along with the organisation of service and maintenance of vehicles.
10. Ensure vehicle and driver records are managed in line with legislations and best practices.
11. Point of liaison for escalation and incident reports.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Transport Operations Manager will live within a commuting distance of our client's operation in Dartford and be able to demonstrate the following:

1. In-depth transport leadership experience within a fast-paced delivery operation.
2. International or National CPC holder.
3. Passion for transport compliance with a strong knowledge in transport legislation.
4. Engaging leadership style, people management, and delegation experience.
5. Commercially focused.
6. Someone who thrives from innovation and development.

What's on Offer

A competitive basic salary between £40,000 - £45,000 and a friendly, safety-first working environment.

Other benefits include company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, online discount platform, onsite parking, and much more.