Assistant Transport Manager

We are looking for an Assistant Transport Manager who will thrive in a diverse and challenging work environment and who will work on the day-to-day operations at our recycling facility in Grantham.

We are looking for someone who will provide and manage a safe, efficient, reliable, and cost-effective delivery and collection service for the Company and customers.

• As the Assistant Transport Manager you will be reporting to the Transport Manager/Operations Director and will be responsible for all aspects of the Transport Function.

Candidates will be required to:

• Deliver a P&L and weekly KPIs, overseeing and support a team of drivers to provide an efficient internal and external customer service.
• Plan organise and manage, dispatching, routing and tracking of delivery vehicles to meet business and customer requirements
• Have an understanding of compliance with transport policies, procedures and legislations.
• Ensure the vehicle fleet is properly maintained and efficiently utilised.
• Ensure necessary documentation and records are kept.
• Manage and resolve queries efficiently and courteously.
• Adhere to legal requirements of fleet management.

All candidates must have the following requirements:

• Transport/Logistics organisation experience
• Transport planning experience and have an experience of back haul loads.
• Good Geographical knowledge
• Must be a good communicator.
• Ability to work under pressure and own initiative.
• Transport Manager CPC qualification is preferred

Candidates must be reliable with a good work ethic and be able to follow health and safety guidelines.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Auto enrolment pension scheme.
• A Personal Development Plan
• Free On-Site Car Parking

Licence:

• Driving Licence (Required)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person