Full job descriptionHunter James Recruitment are assisting our client - a well established National organisation with their search for an experienced Transport Operations Manager to join their busy facility in Barnsley
Responsibilities will include:
*To be self-motivated, plan and exceed service delivery expectations and manage the resources required for the department
*Management of drivers, maintaining their schedule and recording their profiles in conjunction with the supervisors and managers.
*Organise and carry out successful driver recruitment throughout the year
*Ensure all accident and damage reports are investigated and costs attributed correctly in conjunction with accounts invoicing.
*Ensure that all necessary reports, documents, schedules and diaries are maintained
*Plan and action all movements in conjunction with Operations Distribution office Team
*Work closely with the team ensure all site health & safety procedures are adhered to.
*Uphold and enforce the drivers’ compliance policy.
*Ensure drivers hours are maximised but not exceeded, including accurate timesheet management.
*Ensure continuous legal management of drivers’ hours & WTD regulations are being managed throughout the year
THE CANDIDATE
*Ideally the candidate will have strong experience within a Transport Management role
*Experience of Planning / Routing of an extensive Fleet of Vehicles
*Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
*A high level of IT literacy
In Return we are offer a Competitive Salary plus great company benefits