Transport Manager
1 Days Old
Accelerate Personnel are currently recruiting for an exciting new job role for our client who are seeking a Transport Manager to join their team.
Responsibilities for this role will involve overseeing all transport operations to ensure the efficient and timely delivery of goods, while consistently delivering a high standard of customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Vehicle Management & Equipment
Coordinate and supervise daily vehicle inspections
Plan and manage routine maintenance, servicing, and MOT schedules
Respond to and resolve vehicle breakdowns and repair requirements
Procure and maintain driver tools and operational equipment
Manage fuel cards, vehicle tracking systems, and AdBlue stock levels
Oversee regular vehicle cleaning and upkeep
2. Delivery & Transport Processes
Analyse and monitor delivery costs to ensure efficiency
Review and optimise delivery methods and operational processes
3. Team Leadership & People Management
Lead and manage the delivery and logistics office teams
Conduct regular one-to-one meetings and performance reviews
Manage staff scheduling, holidays, and absences
Deliver on-the-job training and monitor performance standards
Ensure compliance checks are completed (e.g. DBS where required)
Provide out-of-hours support for driver queries when necessary
Recruit, on board, coach, and motivate team members
Coordinate agency drivers and porters as required
4. Project Management (Large-Scale Deliveries)
Plan and deliver end-to-end logistics for complex delivery and installation projects
Prepare and brief delivery teams ahead of project execution
Attend sites as required to oversee project initiation and delivery
Act as the primary point of contact for subcontractors and clients
Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and ensure adherence to timelines and budgets
Conduct final quality checks to ensure successful completion
Develop detailed project plans covering delivery and installation phases
5. Daily Delivery Operations
Supervise drivers and monitor delivery routes in real time
Maintain clear communication with drivers and customers regarding updates or issues
Ensure customer expectations are consistently met or exceeded
Manage budgets, timelines, and resource allocation effectively
Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies
Continuously improve delivery methods and processes
6. Customer Service & Issue Resolution
Handle customer queries, issues, and complaints in a professional manner
Troubleshoot and resolve transport-related challenges in a live operational environment
What Accelerate Personnel can offer:
Company pension
Employee discounts
Discounted or free food
On-site canteen
Weekly Pay
Flexible working hours
To apply, please contact Katie, Charley or Melanie at Accelerate Personnel or apply below.
Accelerate Personnel acting as an employment business
Keywords
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Logistics