Other Transport - Transport Manager

EV Cargo; Newbury; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000

Job description

Transport & Operations Manager | Full time | Newbury

Palletforce Logistics is a leading pallet distribution company dedicated to providing efficient and reliable services to our clients. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our supportive work environment.

THE ROLE

The Operations and Transport Manager will assist in overseeing the daily operations and transportation activities within Palletforce Logistics. This role is crucial in ensuring efficient and reliable pallet distribution services, maintaining high service standards, and supporting the overall logistics operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

1. Operational Management: Assist the Operations manager with the day-to-day operations of the depot, ensuring smooth and efficient processes.
2. Transport Management: Assisting with the transportation activities, including scheduling, routing, and tracking of deliveries.
3. Team Leadership: Supervise a team of drivers, providing guidance and support.
4. Compliance: Ensure all operations comply with CPC requirements in line with O’Licence and all legal Transport requirements (Inspections, MOT’s, Loler etc.)
5. Performance Monitoring: Monitor driver efficiencies, absences and vehicle related incidents.
6. Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on transport activities to senior management.

Hours: 0700-1700hrs

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

1. Proven experience in logistics, transportation, or a related field.
2. Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
3. Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
4. Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
5. Proficiency in logistics software and Microsoft Office Suite.

REWARDS & BENEFITS

We’ll support your development; help you grow and also offer you a competitive package that includes:

1. Competitive salary of up to £40,000 and benefits package.
2. Reward Gateway – access to significant savings and cashback on 900+ top retailers, from groceries to wellness products, travel and much more!
3. Employee Recognition Scheme.
4. Pension Scheme.
5. Health Care Cash Plan.

We promote a culture which encourages innovative ideas, and we appreciate your talent is key to our success!

“Let us be your employer of choice.”

ABOUT US

EV CARGO have grown to become a predominate international supply chain partner to many of the world’s leading brands. We enable customer success through market leading air, ocean, surface freight, logistics, supply chain and technology solutions. Our growth is accelerating around the world.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Equality, diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of everything EV Cargo does. We offer a diverse and inclusive community that respects individuals and enables them to strive for success in order to contribute positively and sustainably to the business. By creating this environment in which everyone can express and develop their potential, from the moment they are hired and throughout their career, means ensuring that all our colleagues have the same opportunity to succeed, regardless of origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or affiliation with a political, religious, union, organisation or minority group.

EV Cargo reserves the right to close the vacancy before the stated closing date if a high volume of applications is received. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are not able to provide detailed feedback to applicants that were not shortlisted.

You must have the legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom.