Our client is looking for an experienced Transport manager to join their well established company close to Heathrow AirportThe roleOverall responsibility for ensuring the safe, efficient and effective running of the fleet in the transport operation and ensuring that the fleet is up to date with industry standards and haulage regulations.The role will be conducted over a 10-hour day shift, Monday to Friday.ExperienceTo have at least 5 years experience of working within a Transport department, involving HGVs.Be able to work alongside 2 other Transport Managers, as part of the overall team, so being a strong team player will be extremely important.The successful candidate will not be needed to be on the Operators Licence, but will ideally have already achieved a CPC (or on route to achieving).Class 1 driver qualified, preferred but not essential. Plus, a strong knowledge of truck and trailers, would be beneficial.You will, at least, be required to hold a valid UK driving licence, for cars and light commercial vehicles.ResponsibilitiesMaintain O Licence data to the satisfaction of the Office of the Traffic Commissioner and DVSA, maintain the accuracy of fleet and business data held on Vehicle Operator Licence websiteMaintain vehicle planner and all documentation relating to fleet, arrange routine preventative maintenance of fleet with various workshops and ensure Companys VOR policy is enforcedManage and review preventative maintenance processes and implement change as and when requiredMonitor drivers defect reporting and challenge individuals where necessaryMonitoring of vehicle, driver downloads, missing mileage & tacho infringementsReview tachograph data regularly to spot any driver rule violations and provide appropriate training to help drivers improve their overall performanceControlling WTD report process & reporting of stats to senior managementCommunicating with driver population ensuring that they are kept up to date with relevant training/qualifications and company policies and any changes to drivers legal requirements both in the UK and EU where necessaryData input: RHA portal / fleet maintenance spreadsheet and ensure driver licence/DCPC training up to date on RHA portalVehicle defect tracking & management, ensure daily handovers containing vehicle related issues are resolved in a timely manner to ensure effective availability of fleet for the operations teamTimely escalation of H&S/RTA issues to General ManagerTyre inspections monitored and fleet compliance checked engage with national/EU suppliers to reduce costs long termEnsure the site Health & Safety policies are maintained & followedEnsure all vehicles are legal and registered for the appropriate O licenceRecruitment & Onboarding of qualified and experienced PAYE drivers who meet all legal and regulatory requirements.Accident investigation, liaising with insurance brokers & 3rd parties to resolve issues and ensure minimum downtime of fleetActively maintain self-Continuous Professional Development by attending seminars/meetings.Salary up to £50,000 D.O.E* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.JBRP1_UKTJ