Transport Manager

Our client is a well-established export and import full load and groupage services to Western and Eastern Europe and beyond.

With a strong reputation for delivering the highest levels of customer service both in the UK and Europe. Benefiting from a modern fleet of eco-friendly Euro 6 trucks, and a 70 strong mixed fleet of vehicles including armoured curtain-sided trailers, Mega low ride high security box trailers, double deck trailers and temperature-controlled units.

We are now recruiting for a Transport Manager based in Wakefield. Your role will involve..

Transport Manager Job Description

* Contribute and assist with the daily planning and organisation of the fleet.
* Ensure the fleet is properly maintained to high standards, arranging repairs/maintenance where necessary.
* Ensuring all drivers have up to date licences, documentation, and qualifications.
* Ensure vehicle compliance is up to date and any defects or faults are actioned.
* Liaising with the operations teams and ensure that any deviations or amendments to the days plan are communicated internally and relevant external parties are notified where required.
* Ensuring that the groups European subsidiaries fleet is utilised efficiently as possible.
* Ensuring the operations transport system is effectively use and maintained.

Ideal Candidate Qualities and role

* Prior experience of operating a fleet with both UK and European operations (50+ vehicles)
* A current, valid Transport Manager CPC qualification
* An ability to motivate and lead people.
* High level of skills and an ability to manipulate data and provide useful reports.
* An appreciation and understanding of the regulatory background of operating a haulage business in the UK and EU
* Managing a team of 2/3 people - experience advantageous but not critical.

Package & Benefits

* Salary £35,000 to £50,000
* Pension
* Holidays