Transport Operations Manager

Transport Operations Manager - Inverness

£50,000 per annum

Monday - Friday, Day Shift

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and driven Transport Operations Manager to take overall responsibility for the transport operation at our Inverness depot. Leading a team of 25, you will be responsible for delivering a safe, compliant, efficient and customer-focused transport operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall management for the day-to-day transport operation at depot level.
• Lead, coach and develop 2 Transport Managers and 1 Transport Coordinator and 22 drivers, ensuring high standards of performance, conduct and engagement.
• Take ownership of the legal and regulatory compliance of the transport operation, ensuring all statutory requirements are consistently met.
• Take responsibility for transport budgets and financial performance, ensuring expenditure is controlled and aligned with agreed business requirements
• Manage workforce planning, driver resource and operational capacity in line with business demand and budgetary requirements
• Maintain a strong health & safety culture across people, vehicles, processes and behaviours
• Oversee fleet standards and ensure vehicles are maintained, compliant and operated safely
• Manage performance, absence, conduct and disciplinary matters
• Ensure operational standards and customer service levels are consistently maintained
• Lead by example, promoting a culture of accountability, high performance and continuous improvement

Qualifications and Skills

• Must hold a valid Transport Manager CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence)
• Proven experience in a transport management or senior transport leadership role
• Strong knowledge of transport legislation and compliance, Operator Licence requirements, Working Time Directive, driver hours and tachograph compliance

Package and Benefits

• Competitive salary: £50,000 per annum, negotiable depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy more
• Company pension scheme - contribute 4% and we'll match you, increasing to up to 6% after year 1
• Life cover

• Health plan with money back on everyday medical costs for all the family

• And many more additional benefits

If you are an experienced transport leader looking for your next challenge and have the leadership, commercial and compliance experience required to manage a busy transport operation, along with a Transport Manager CPC, apply now!

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