Transport Manager

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Birmingham City Council Full time £45,091 - £53,660 per year
Description

Transport Manager

Permanent

Grade D - £45,091 – £53,460  

Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review

Working 36.5 hours per week

At Birmingham City Council, we're investing in the future of our Waste Disposal operations by building a cost-efficient, capable, and forward-thinking fleet. As part of our commitment to operational resilience, legal compliance, and environmental progress, we're introducing new leadership, compliance, and planning expertise to drive excellence across our services. 

This is an exciting time to join us as we reshape our fleet strategy to meet the demands of a modern, sustainable city

We are seeking experienced and proactive Transport Managers (CPC) to join our Fleet Management team. This is a key role acting as the interface between operational waste collection drivers and the fleet department, ensuring all transport-related operations are compliant with legal, safety, and company standards.

What you'll do...

  • Ensure accurate and timely completion of driver defect sheets.
  • Oversee vehicle availability and coordinate maintenance and repairs.
  • Monitor driver compliance with tachograph regulations and licensing.
  • Provide guidance and training on transport compliance and best practices.
  • Act as a subject matter expert on transport regulations.
  • Maintain accurate records and produce regular reports on fleet performance.
  • Identify and implement improvements in fleet operations.
  • Manage breakdowns and ensure roadworthiness of vehicles.
  • Liaise with internal and external maintenance providers.

What you'll need...

  • CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) qualification for transport management.
  • A full UK driving licence is required for this role. Please declare any current endorsements on your licence as part of the application process. (Spent convictions do not need to be disclosed)
  • Significant experience in transport management, ideally in waste collection.
  • Experience working with operational drivers and fleet departments.
  • Proven track record in managing compliance (tachographs, defect sheets, licenses).
  • Proficiency in fleet management software.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Knowledge of transport laws, health and safety regulations, and fleet budgeting.
  • Commitment to safety and compliance.
  • Flexibility to respond to operational needs outside standard hours.

For any informal enquires please contact: 

Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application, this is required for shortlisting.  Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached. 

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people.

We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.

We are dedicated to supporting internal mobility and the development of our people. As such, applications from internal employees and those under S118 will be given priority and reviewed before external applications are considered.

We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.

Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.

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