Transport Manager

6 days ago

Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Keith Elkington Transport (Scotland) Ltd Full time £32,000 - £40,000 per year

Transport Manager

Keith Elkington Transport Ltd. - The Specialists in Foodservice Equipment Logistics.

Working hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 6pm (office based)

Main tasks

Compliance

· Keep up to date with Transport Legislation to make sure the Company is fully compliant

· International Transport Manager CPC – Operators licence updates

· Organise and fully maintain a fleet of vehicles and constantly look for ways to improve cost efficiency (see full list of duties) – Current fleet of around 8 HGVs and 20 LGVs

· Perform daily walk around checks and action findings accordingly

· Maintain breakdown cover information and search for competitive quotes

· Vehicle maintenance - liaise with suppliers and insurance brokers to arrange full repairs and claim settlements for any outstanding claims

· Oversee all Driver licence checks, Eye-sight checks and Medical checks

· Prepare and maintain all relevant paperwork for a successful FORS and ISO audits

· Perform and oversee all Administrative tasks in regards to Transport Operations (see full list of duties)

· Investigate PCNs

· Review fuel prices

· Monitor and review individual driving scores

· Produce accurate and relevant KPI's to the Board of Directors (delivery, collections, carbon, vehicle mileage, vehicle expenditure, vehicle tracker, etc.)

· Conduct RTA investigations and submit reports to insurance brokers

· Investigate H&S related injuries, produce accident reports and implement corrective actions

· Implement processes and systems that continuously improve the Operation

· Oversee day to day Transport Operations to ensure best practice methodology is used, review and implement corrective actions

· Conduct Inductions for new employees

· Fire awareness & 1st aider

· Renew Environmental permits and Waste carrier licence

People/Team

· Communicate with customers effectively and resolve any complaints

· Implement a succession plan and conduct regular appraisals

· Assist with processes and procedures according to the Company's handbook

· Implement and oversee training plans of all employees in the transport department, day-to-day coaching

· Liaise with the Warehouse Managers, Planner and Directors in regards to all transport activities

Essential

International Transport Manager CPC

Desirable

Driving licence (Cat B)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • On-site parking

Application question(s):

  • Are you available to start ASAP? If not, when?
  • Do you live in Milton Keynes? If not, how long is your commute?

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (Cat B) (preferred)
  • International Transport Manager CPC (required)

Work Location: In person

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