Transport Operations Manager

4 weeks ago


Doncaster, Doncaster, United Kingdom Stobart Full time

Job Title: Transport Operations Manager

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Transport Operations Manager to join our team at Stobart. As a key member of our logistics team, you will be responsible for managing the 24/7 transport operations, supervising transport staff, and ensuring that costs are controlled in line with budget expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the transport staff to execute traffic plans and deliver products to customers within agreed service levels.
  • Reduce non-contract maintenance and damage spends through the use of vehicle passports and monitoring of defects.
  • Ensure that all available fleet is on the road and declared to enable the planning team to plan the resource.
  • Manage the resourcing for the site through effective planning of core drivers and shift patterns, as well as daily and weekly resourcing of agency drivers.
  • Manage holiday allocations of drivers to ensure there is enough resource to meet customer requirements.
  • Motivate and develop the team through engagement, training, and personal development plans.
  • Ensure all staff are fully trained and have the correct equipment.
  • Manage any incidents and accidents, following the process through investigations and the EOA system.
  • Be responsible for Kronos monitoring and approving drivers' clocking on and off shift.
  • Ensure that the transport team and drivers comply with all relevant regulations and site procedures.
  • Ensure annual MOTs and service intervals on all fleet equipment are carried out on time and the relevant paperwork is obtained.
  • Attend monthly customer review meetings in the absence of the transport manager.
  • Support the implementation of service improvements in conjunction with customers and other areas of the business.
  • Generate and implement ideas for staff and operational changes to drive continuous improvement.
  • Ensure a secure and safe environment for staff, both in your department and across the wider business.
  • Manage and carry out monthly site audits to ensure that all processes are being followed in line with Culina Group policy.

Requirements:

  • Previous supervisory experience within a busy transport environment.
  • Good commercial knowledge of transport operations.
  • Planning and organising skills with a high level of numeracy.
  • Leadership and motivational qualities, with proven experience of building a team.
  • An effective communicator at all levels, with good verbal and written skills.
  • Personal motivation and confidence, resulting in a positive impact.
  • A genuine team player, with a firm and confident management style, skilled at setting clear objectives and motivating the team.
  • Highly tolerant of change, able to work within an evolving organisation.
  • Able to thrive in a highly competitive and demanding environment.
  • Problem-solving in a pressurised environment.
  • National and International CPC qualification – desirable.

About Us: Stobart is a leading logistics company that is committed to employee development and recognising success. We offer a wide range of benefits, including annual leave, pension scheme, life assurance, wellness, eye care vouchers, reward and recognition, and everyday discounts.



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