Transport Manager

Location: Maidstone
Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum
CPC Transport Manager Qualification Required

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Transport Manager to lead operations for a leading fuel distributor in Maidstone. You will be responsible for managing a team of 11 drivers and overseeing a mixed fleet of rigid tankers and articulated vehicles, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of fuel products.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Management

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Oversee the day-to-day routing and scheduling of fuel deliveries, ensuring efficiency and compliance.

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Ensure all transport activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

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Maintain high levels of service delivery and operational performance.

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Work closely with customers and internal teams to meet service requirements.

Driver & Fleet Management

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Lead and manage a team of 11 drivers, ensuring high performance and engagement.

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Oversee driver recruitment, training, and development, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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Ensure drivers are fully briefed and debriefed in line with operational procedures.

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Manage driver holidays, absence, and disciplinary procedures.

Compliance & Safety

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Ensure full compliance with Operator Licence regulations and DVSA requirements.

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Ensure all vehicles are available for scheduled maintenance and inspections.

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Monitor driver hours, tachograph compliance, and Working Time Directive adherence.

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Investigate and manage incidents, accidents, and near-misses, implementing corrective actions.

Reporting & Performance Monitoring

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Track and analyse key transport KPIs, identifying areas for improvement.

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Provide weekly and monthly reports on fleet performance and fuel stock levels.

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Manage fuel stock levels and depot fuel storage compliance.

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Work closely with senior management to implement operational improvements.

Requirements

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CPC Transport Manager Qualification (essential)

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Proven experience in fuel distribution or tanker logistics (desirable)

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Strong leadership skills with experience managing drivers and transport teams

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Excellent knowledge of complianceand O-Licence requirements

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Ability to optimise fleet efficiency and drive cost savings

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Strong IT skills, with experience using transport management systems (TMS)

What We Offer

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Competitive salary of up to £45,000 per annum

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Opportunity to work with a leading fuel distributor

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Career progression opportunities within a growing business

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Company pension, holiday entitlement, and additional benefits