Transport Manager

1 week ago


Swindon, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Location: Swindon / Avonmouth (on-site)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

About the Role:

We are currently partnered with a leading distribution company, who are looking for an experienced Transport Manager to support them on a wide-scale retail contract. This role involves managing a fleet of 50 vehicles and 70 drivers, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, including CPC and O' Licence.
Key Responsibilities:

Manage a large, modern fleet for a high value retail contract
Oversee transport operations for a 1.5 million square foot distribution centre.
Ensure high standards of service and efficiency.
Ensuring O'Licence compliance in all areas of operation
Providing a high level of accuracy in all information presented
Managing and working closely with an existing team
Overlooking all aspects of maintenance, ensuring the vehicles are compliant and well presented
Carrying out driver training where required
Focusing on ensuring we retain our high levels of service to customers
Communicating with staff and customers
Develop and implement transportation strategies and policies to optimise efficiency and reduce costs
Skills & Qualifications:

Current Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
Valid O' License.
Proven experience of managing large transport fleets.
A confident and skilled communicator up to senior management level
A general mechanical understanding of fleet vehicles

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