Traffic Operations Manager

3 weeks ago


Widnes, Halton, United Kingdom Culina Group Full time

Job Title: Traffic Operator

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Traffic Operator to oversee the daily activities of our drivers, ensuring efficient and effective operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing costs, monitoring revenue, and maintaining compliance with regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and monitor daily activities of drivers to achieve set targets and ensure smooth operations.
  • Control costs by managing nights out and monitoring parking locations.
  • Investigate revenue and cost targets, and ensure accurate allocation of revenue.
  • Approve daily hours checks and timesheets.
  • Ensure costs are correct on running sheets and investigate any discrepancies.
  • Take responsibility for containers left on wheels in yards, ensuring exports meet vessel schedules and empties are returned on time.
  • Coordinate pickup legs and ensure relevant information is updated in planning screens.
  • Ensure containers are returned to quay or depot before detention is incurred.
  • Provide drivers with weekend overtime shifts and ensure they are aware of their next day's details.
  • Monitor driver cover sheets for changes and ensure drivers are trained to use specialized equipment.
  • Ensure jobs do not exceed legal weight requirements and all ATA/ATD/ETA/trailer numbers are updated in Truckcom.
  • Set override dates correctly to ensure sub-contractor trailer reports are accurate.
  • Monitor ETA's and enter late advices at least 30 minutes before booking time.
  • Send demurrage warnings once drivers have been on site for 2 hours.
  • Ensure all vehicles are routed and drivers are aware of their job and start time.
  • Log on OV's and sub-contractors to Truckcom and ensure they are using the app.
  • Follow service and MOT schedules.
  • Research and understand drivers' legal working hours and update knowledge with internal training if required.
  • Build positive relationships with drivers to ensure a content workforce.

Requirements:

  • Oversee, manage, and monitor daily activities of allocated drivers.
  • Keep up to date with relevant legislation and ensure regulations, policies, and procedures are followed.
  • Make decisions in the best interests of the Company and for clients, elevating issues to line managers when necessary.
  • Promote a company culture that encourages high morale and top performance.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Minimise operation expenditure within the business.
  • Understand and comply with the Health, Safety, and Environment Policy.
  • Set a personal example with respect to health and safety.
  • Be an effective team player.
  • Be proficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and all in-house systems.
  • Be able to question, challenge, and improve existing processes.
  • Establish effective working relationships.
  • Work to tight deadlines.
  • Multi-task with a calm and flexible approach.
  • Have a positive attitude.
  • Have a methodical and organised approach.
  • Prioritise tasks effectively.

About Us:

Culina Group is a leading provider of food and drink logistics solutions. We are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers. Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee, giving you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Benefits:

  • Competitive holiday entitlement of 20 days.
  • Pension scheme with a great contribution of 3% employee and 5% employer.
  • Life Assurance - x 2 your annual salary.
  • Wellness - access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service.
  • Eye Care Vouchers - substantial savings on eye tests and prescription glasses.
  • Reward & Recognition - Employee of the month and year, special recognition, and long service awards.


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