Transport Team Manager

TN United Kingdom; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the transport sector is seeking a management professional to lead their team in Bathgate. The role involves overseeing operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving team performance. The successful candidate will have a strong background in transport management and excellent interpersonal skills. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Company-sponsored pension scheme

Private medical & dental insurance

24/7 online GP service

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

MyBenefits platform with discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience at a supervisory or management level in transport operations.
• Strong knowledge of compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management of the team to achieve objectives.
• Coordinate activities across shifts to meet customer service requirements.
• Ensure adherence to Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Manager’s CPC

Job description

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Salary and Benefits

We’re offering a salary of up to £43,160 per annum, along with 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays). Our benefits package includes:

• A company-sponsored pension scheme
• Private medical & dental insurance
• A 24/7 online GP service
• Life assurance
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Access to our MyBenefits platform with high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, savings schemes, and more

Typical Responsibilities

1. Providing leadership and effective management of the team to achieve objectives and targets
2. Ensuring effective communication within and between departments to meet deadlines
3. Coordinating and prioritising activities across shifts and business streams to meet customer service requirements
4. Maintaining accurate records and planning to meet targets within financial constraints
5. Adhering to Health and Safety, Fire, and Security regulations to ensure a safe working environment

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience at a supervisory or management level within a complex, fast-paced transport operation
• Strong knowledge of driving compliance and related regulations; a Manager’s CPC would be advantageous
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, with prior managerial experience
• A strong personality capable of managing drivers, driving operational excellence, and challenging the status quo