Transport Manager

1 week ago

Workington, Cumbria, United Kingdom FYLTER Full time £30,000 - £50,000 per year
Job Description

Job Description

Fylter are seeking a talented individual to take on the role of Transport Manager overseeing a busy and challenging department at a business based in Lillyhall, near Workington.

This is very much a hands-on role, in which you will provide vital support to the business, working closely with the General Manager, Customer Service and Loading / Packing Departments to ensure the team provides highly accurate, on-time deliveries to their customers. They currently have a fleet of c.25 - mixture of eighteen tonne lorries and sprinter vans on a fixed delivery and collection schedule to high quality clients large and small across the North of England and South of Scotland.

The ideal candidate will have a manufacturing or logistics background and be an experienced manager of a high performing team. We are looking for an organised and committed individual to drive improved performance in the team in a fast-growing business.

The successful candidate will be required to:

  • Take overall responsibility for the organisation of the Transport Department and provide strategic advice and planning support to the Transport Supervisor;
  • Be responsible for managing all drivers, including van drivers, scheduling of rotas, rest days and so on in conjunction with the Transport Supervisor;
  • Manage recruitment and selection of drivers in conjunction with the HR Department;
  • Ensure the Company complies fully with all Ministry of Transport and VOSA legislation and requirements;
  • Evaluate and review daily route scheduling and ensure efficiency in designated routes;
  • Ensure safe systems of working for all staff under your responsibility including provision of all manual handling and other training activities;
  • Work within monthly financial budget constraints;
  • Monitor and manage individual staff performance and provide coaching and training as well as deal effectively with any performance or disciplinary matters in conjunction with the HR team
  • Be prepared to be flexible with hours worked
  • Be qualified to National CPC level as a minimum

In return, we will offer a competitive salary depending on experience and the opportunity to work in a long-term, stable, growing business, where there will be opportunities for career progression over the years ahead.

Apply now for a completely confidential chat.

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