Transport Manager
MiddleOn-site (Southampton)Salary undisclosed
Job Description
Transport Manager
Monday - Friday (37.5 hours per week)
Flexible start and finish times due to operational needs
A quick look at the role
The Transport Manager will efficiently and effectively manage a fleet of 45+ vehicles at our Southampton Depot.
The role will also assist with managing the day-to-day operations of the Traffic Office, ensuring health and safety, environmental and operator licence compliance, while delivering first-class customer service.
Your core responsibilities
- Provide leadership and clear work instructions to traffic dispatchers, drivers and operatives, review depot KPIs and drive improvements in service, safety and profitability.
- Manage vehicle operations, ensuring vehicles are used safely, wheel security requirements are met and gross weight limits are adhered to, while liaising with the fleet team to ensure seamless operations.
- Ensure adherence to transport and environmental legislation, including the management of third-party insurance claims.
- Support cost control initiatives, drive operational efficiency and identify opportunities to reduce costs and exceed budget expectations.
- Enforce Health and Safety procedures, including near-miss reporting and emergency procedures, and review near-miss reports to maintain a first-class customer experience.
- Complete all role-related adm
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