Transport Operations Manager

Are you a transport or logistics coordinator / manager? If yes, you would be most suited for this super new vacancy based in Newhaven. If no but you have proven scheduling, logistics or similar operations experience, these skills would also be advantageous to deliver this role's objectives.

The job role is to ensure the Company delivers an efficient cost-effective transport service in keeping with their aims and objectives.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be a positive leader and manage the Company fleet of motor vehicles to deploy vehicles and staff as necessary to deliver first class service in accordance with agreed obligations. In addition to the scheduling of transport collections, you will manage the maintenance, servicing, breakdowns, etc of the entire fleet, in accordance with company and legislative requirements.

Regular supervision and coordination of a team of Drivers and support staff to include the maintenance of schedules for deploying staff to appropriate booked work, ensuring all operational staff are compliant with policies and procedures.

Hours are Mon to Fri, 5-day week, and ideally 7am to 3.30pm with a rota covering weekend operations (predominantly managed by mobile phone, not office based).

We endeavour to respond to all applications; however, due to the large volume this isn't always possible. If you haven't heard from us within seven days, please assume you have not been successful for this particular role. Thank you for your interest and please continue to look at our website for future opportunities.