Transport Team Manager

Wincanton Trans European Limited; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading logistics company as a Transport Team Manager in Daresbury. You will oversee a large team of drivers, manage transport plans, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

Generous Holidays

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Online Discount Platform

Onsite Parking

Qualifications

• Pre-existing management experience is advantageous.
• Effective communicator capable of developing good working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for a team of up to 100 Drivers and administrators.
• Overseeing vehicle defects and repairs.
• Ensuring Health & Safety measures are adhered to.

Skills

Management

Communication

Customer Engagement

Organizational Skills

Education

Transport Management CPC

Job description

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Transport Team Manager to join our team based in Daresbury.

Shift pattern: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 16:00

How will you contribute?

• You will be responsible for a team of up to 100 Drivers as well as administrators. Also, the running of cost-effective daily Transport plans.
• You’ll be overseeing vehicle defects and repairs and ensuring a consistent and thorough vehicle reporting process.
• You will ensure Health & Safety measures are adhered to at a high standard for all employees on shift.
• You will monitor TUPs (Transport Utilisation Plans), compliance, and general administration duties in line with transport legislation, company policy, and procedures.
• Responsibilities will include disciplinary actions, investigations, behavioral audits, and absence management.
• You will need good customer/client engagement skills to liaise with your team and Senior Management, ensuring smooth service operation and high-standard reporting.

What will you bring?

• Pre-existing management experience is advantageous, alongside existing Transport knowledge.
• You should be an organized, hardworking individual capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• You must be an effective communicator capable of developing good working relationships at all levels within the Transport Team and confidently engaging with customers.
• The ability to think quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• PC literacy is required.
• Transport Management CPC (national and international) is preferred.

What do we offer?

Our Culture & Benefits

Along with a generous salary, we value our people and provide a friendly, safety-first working environment, along with benefits including a company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle-to-work scheme, online discount platform, onsite parking, and more.

We prioritize career development and progression, training, and multiskilling in a dynamic environment.

Join us and be part of our values: Thoughtful, Aiming High, and Prepared.

Our Commitment

We are committed to equality of opportunity and fostering an inclusive environment where all colleagues feel supported and valued. We are proud of our diverse workforce and welcome your application.

Find out more: Wincanton champions a diverse workforce