Bennett and Game are working with a Transport and Logistics company based in Ellesmere. In this role, you will manage and supervise our driver workforce across the Ellesmere Port and Manchester Depots. This position offers a chance to expand your knowledge and experience in the industry while working closely with our operations team. Join us and take the next step in your career!

Key Responsibilities include:

• Holder of the site(s) O licence and relevant responsibilities
• Day to day running of the Transport Fleet and efficient problem solving through liaising with other departments in the business
• Assist with executing the daily plan for all deliveries and collections, with a keen eye on resource available at site and keep the customer updated
• Manage an efficient and robust driver roster, looking for ways to increase area utilisation and efficiency
• Monitor driver's hours, vehicle cleanliness and vehicle checks
• Ensure supplier related costs remain within budget
• Ensure all related Transport documents are properly completed, whilst assisting in the companies drive to a paperless solution
• Responsibility for a safe working environment, including but not limited to any safety related investigations or audits
• Liaise with Driver Training providers to ensure drivers are kept up to date with all aspects of training as well as monitoring behaviour improvements where possible

Skills and Requirements

• Previous experience supervising and managing drivers is essential
• Good understanding of relevant driver legislation: Working Time Directive, Tachograph Legislation
• International Transport Managers CPC is advantageous, although there will be the opportunity to

acquire this for the right candidate

• Strong interpersonal skills with good leadership ability
• Conversant in IT skills e.g., Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
• Competent in and experience of incident investigations
• Experience of a unionised workforce is preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a Team
• Ability to motivate and encourage others
• Willingness to learn and adapt as the business changes
• Continuous Improvement mind-set
• Full Driving licence is essential

Remuneration

Along with 28 days holidays including bank holidays

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience

Type: Full time

Shift: Monday - Friday - Flexibility is required

Company Benefits:

• Additional holidays based on length of service
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members
• After completing six months' service, Death in Service equal to three times your annual salary.
• After six months' service employees are eligible to join the Private Medical Scheme
• Onsite parking available
• Fuel card scheme offering savings on fuel
• Plus, many more!

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