Position: Transport Manager - Pallets
Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme
Salary: £50,000 DEO

Our client is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to oversee the transport office and operation, including financial performance, fleet management, customer satisfaction, employee engagement and driver retention, all the while upholding their company values, policies and procedures to the strictest health and safety regulations.

Your key responsibilities as a Transport Manager - Pallets:

Routing and scheduling vehicles to optimise fleet utilisation
Driver management, hiring, training and compliance
Proven knowledge of geographical routes and driver regulations in the UK
Compliance regulations, including obtaining and renewing permits and licences
Maintaining company policies and procedures
Fleet maintenance, vehicle inspection and compliance
Record keeping for licences, CPC's and training
Cost containment, reducing costs, optimising fuel consumption, ensuring the department is kept within budget
Hands-on coordination of emergency response and resolution of road incidentsRequirements:

Proven experience in transport and haulage management
International CPC
Knowledge of multi-drop pallet distribution is essential
A background in Pallet Network is desirable
Understanding of O Licence obligations
C&E licence, not essential but an advantage
The ability to exercise good leadership and people management skillsBenefits:

24 days Holiday (plus Bank holidays)
Pension contribution scheme
Full training and support
Cycle to work scheme
Extensive learning opportunities
Employee Engagement Forum
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