Type: Full-time Working Hours: 40 hours per week £12.50 PER HOUR ( £26000 PER ANNUM ) Job Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and professional Towing Driver to join our team in South Milford . This role involves the timely and efficient delivery, collection, and handover of hire equipment to and from customer sites. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in driving and towing, a commitment to safety, and excellent customer service skills. Key Responsibilities: Delivery and Collection: Safely load, transport, deliver, and collect hire equipment to and from customer sites. Conduct thorough handover processes with customers, ensuring equipment is operational and instructions are provided as needed. Inspection and Documentation: Inspect equipment for damages or shortages during collections. Record findings accurately using the company tablet, including taking photos and obtaining customer signatures whenever possible. Vehicle Maintenance: Perform daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly. Ensure vehicles are serviced at the correct manufacturer intervals. Adhere to all relevant legislation, including proper use and timely downloading of digital tachographs. Health and Safety Compliance: Follow company health and safety policies and procedures during all operations. Maintain safe loading and unloading practices and ensure proper securing of loads. Teamwork and General Duties: Collaborate with depot staff and hire desk administrators to ensure smooth operations. Assist with additional tasks as requested by the Depot Manager. Qualifications and Skills Required: Essential: A minimum of 2 years driving experience with a valid UK driving licence. Proven towing experience, including use of a digital tachograph card. Strong attention to detail with a focus on accurate reporting and documentation. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact politely and professionally with customers. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing team. We offer a pathway to permanent employment, on-the-job training, and a supportive working environment.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Type: Full-time Working Hours: 40 hours per week £12.50 PER HOUR ( £26000 PER ANNUM ) Job Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and professional Towing Driver to join our team in South Milford . This role involves the timely and efficient delivery, collection, and handover of hire equipment to and from customer sites. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in driving and towing, a commitment to safety, and excellent customer service skills. Key Responsibilities: Delivery and Collection: Safely load, transport, deliver, and collect hire equipment to and from customer sites. Conduct thorough handover processes with customers, ensuring equipment is operational and instructions are provided as needed. Inspection and Documentation: Inspect equipment for damages or shortages during collections. Record findings accurately using the company tablet, including taking photos and obtaining customer signatures whenever possible. Vehicle Maintenance: Perform daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly. Ensure vehicles are serviced at the correct manufacturer intervals. Adhere to all relevant legislation, including proper use and timely downloading of digital tachographs. Health and Safety Compliance: Follow company health and safety policies and procedures during all operations. Maintain safe loading and unloading practices and ensure proper securing of loads. Teamwork and General Duties: Collaborate with depot staff and hire desk administrators to ensure smooth operations. Assist with additional tasks as requested by the Depot Manager. Qualifications and Skills Required: Essential: A minimum of 2 years driving experience with a valid UK driving licence. Proven towing experience, including use of a digital tachograph card. Strong attention to detail with a focus on accurate reporting and documentation. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact politely and professionally with customers. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing team. We offer a pathway to permanent employment, on-the-job training, and a supportive working environment.
Sales Administrator Vacancy, 3 months +, Immediate Start in Buckie, Moray Your new company This Sales Administrator Vacancy is an ongoing temporary assignment via Hays for one of our clients operating in Buckie. This role offers an immediate start and has a minimum duration of 3 months. This role is based in a busy sales office, Monday to Friday, 9-5. Your new role In your new role, you will provide wide-ranging administrative support to the team. Reporting to the General Manager, you will assist with sales order processing and provide excellent customer service. In your role, you will be the first point of contact for incoming queries via the phone and email, where you will respond to requests quickly and efficiently. You will register any complaints and escalate issues to the manager. Supporting with sales orders, you will prepare order forms and track goods in and out of the depot. You will accurately record information on trackers relating to orders and deliveries. You will also be required to run weekly reports and complete adhoc administration tasks in the office. What you'll need to succeed In this role you will be required to have strong IT skills and good use of Microsoft Packages. You will be well-organised and have excellent communication skills as you will work with a large team and respond to customers in person and via email. Your role will require you to provide support to a range of customers and work with them to resolve any issues or complaints. You will have excellent attention to detail, good numeracy skills and be able to prioritise key tasks. In this role you will work in a busy environment, following agreed procedures. What you'll get in return This role offers an immediate start, with full-time hours in Buckie. Working 9-5, you will be engaged on an initial temporary contract via Hays. Based on excellent performance in this role, the timescales may be extended, or the role could become permanent. This role offers a competitive rate of pay £14 - £15 per hour, accrued holiday pay, weekly payments and ongoing support from Hays. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Julie at Hays on . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Sep 04, 2025
Seasonal
Sales Administrator Vacancy, 3 months +, Immediate Start in Buckie, Moray Your new company This Sales Administrator Vacancy is an ongoing temporary assignment via Hays for one of our clients operating in Buckie. This role offers an immediate start and has a minimum duration of 3 months. This role is based in a busy sales office, Monday to Friday, 9-5. Your new role In your new role, you will provide wide-ranging administrative support to the team. Reporting to the General Manager, you will assist with sales order processing and provide excellent customer service. In your role, you will be the first point of contact for incoming queries via the phone and email, where you will respond to requests quickly and efficiently. You will register any complaints and escalate issues to the manager. Supporting with sales orders, you will prepare order forms and track goods in and out of the depot. You will accurately record information on trackers relating to orders and deliveries. You will also be required to run weekly reports and complete adhoc administration tasks in the office. What you'll need to succeed In this role you will be required to have strong IT skills and good use of Microsoft Packages. You will be well-organised and have excellent communication skills as you will work with a large team and respond to customers in person and via email. Your role will require you to provide support to a range of customers and work with them to resolve any issues or complaints. You will have excellent attention to detail, good numeracy skills and be able to prioritise key tasks. In this role you will work in a busy environment, following agreed procedures. What you'll get in return This role offers an immediate start, with full-time hours in Buckie. Working 9-5, you will be engaged on an initial temporary contract via Hays. Based on excellent performance in this role, the timescales may be extended, or the role could become permanent. This role offers a competitive rate of pay £14 - £15 per hour, accrued holiday pay, weekly payments and ongoing support from Hays. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Julie at Hays on . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Principal People Recruitment
Bristol, Gloucestershire
Ready for a role where you ll have autonomy, a supportive team, and a strong safety-first culture? We re working exclusively with a leading energy infrastructure business to appoint a Health and Safety Advisor. This is a regional role covering sites across Somerset and Wiltshire, supporting operational teams and contractors to maintain the highest safety standards. This organisation manages essential infrastructure, ensuring safe and reliable utility services for homes and businesses across the region. With an established safety culture and significant investment in modernising its network, it offers a stable and forward-thinking environment for health and safety professionals. Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, you ll take ownership of health, safety, and environmental support across operational teams. You ll be part of a collaborative team that values initiative and trusts its advisors to manage their own schedules and priorities. Key responsibilities include: Providing day-to-day health, safety and environmental support to operational teams and contractors. Undertaking audits, inspections, and hazard spotting to drive continual improvement. Supporting and promoting behavioural safety initiatives across the workforce. Investigating incidents, identifying root causes, and driving follow-up actions. Supporting the development and communication of HS&E procedures in line with emerging legislation. Building strong working relationships across multiple sites and stakeholder groups. Why consider this Health and Safety Advisor role? Regional, multi-site responsibility with autonomy to manage your own work. Part of a business with a strong track record in safety and sustainability. Supportive team culture where your input will shape how safety is delivered. Exposure to utilities, civils, and street works environments with varied day-to-day challenges. Commitment to professional development, including funded training and qualifications. What s in it for you? Salary: £52,000 (annual review in line with cost of living) Car allowance or company car Discretionary annual bonus (up to 10%) Pension: 5% employee / 10% employer contributions (15% total) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 14x salary life insurance Flexible working (3 days on site, 1 day home, 1 day office/depot) Professional training support What we re looking for: NEBOSH General or Construction (essential) Experience in utilities, civils, highways, or street works (essential) Understanding of underground services and safe excavation practices Comfortable working across multiple sites and building strong stakeholder relationships If you re a proactive H&S professional looking for a regional role where you can make a tangible impact we d love to hear from you.
Sep 03, 2025
Full time
Ready for a role where you ll have autonomy, a supportive team, and a strong safety-first culture? We re working exclusively with a leading energy infrastructure business to appoint a Health and Safety Advisor. This is a regional role covering sites across Somerset and Wiltshire, supporting operational teams and contractors to maintain the highest safety standards. This organisation manages essential infrastructure, ensuring safe and reliable utility services for homes and businesses across the region. With an established safety culture and significant investment in modernising its network, it offers a stable and forward-thinking environment for health and safety professionals. Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, you ll take ownership of health, safety, and environmental support across operational teams. You ll be part of a collaborative team that values initiative and trusts its advisors to manage their own schedules and priorities. Key responsibilities include: Providing day-to-day health, safety and environmental support to operational teams and contractors. Undertaking audits, inspections, and hazard spotting to drive continual improvement. Supporting and promoting behavioural safety initiatives across the workforce. Investigating incidents, identifying root causes, and driving follow-up actions. Supporting the development and communication of HS&E procedures in line with emerging legislation. Building strong working relationships across multiple sites and stakeholder groups. Why consider this Health and Safety Advisor role? Regional, multi-site responsibility with autonomy to manage your own work. Part of a business with a strong track record in safety and sustainability. Supportive team culture where your input will shape how safety is delivered. Exposure to utilities, civils, and street works environments with varied day-to-day challenges. Commitment to professional development, including funded training and qualifications. What s in it for you? Salary: £52,000 (annual review in line with cost of living) Car allowance or company car Discretionary annual bonus (up to 10%) Pension: 5% employee / 10% employer contributions (15% total) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 14x salary life insurance Flexible working (3 days on site, 1 day home, 1 day office/depot) Professional training support What we re looking for: NEBOSH General or Construction (essential) Experience in utilities, civils, highways, or street works (essential) Understanding of underground services and safe excavation practices Comfortable working across multiple sites and building strong stakeholder relationships If you re a proactive H&S professional looking for a regional role where you can make a tangible impact we d love to hear from you.
Power Access Engineer Job Function: To provide engineering support for the workshop function. Reporting to: Senior Engineer/Operations Manager. Liaising with: Engineers, Parts Dept, LCV Technicians. Responsibilities: Carry out pre-delivery inspections of vehicle mounted Power Access Platforms at the Depot. Ensure compliance with the manufacturer's guidelines, company policy and any regulations affecting the safe operation Communicate effectively with the Senior Engineer or Operations Manager with regards to any defects or unsafe equipment Investigate faults, diagnose, and repair platforms as required to ensure conformance with the company policy. Correctly process all jobs on the works handheld tablet to include the allocation of labour time and any parts used, updating the status of all vehicles as appropriate. Ensure efficient stock control processes are adhered to for all parts/consumables used. Report any potential customer recharges or warranty repairs to the Service Department. Ensure that the company's health and safety policy and procedures are adhered to at all times. Maintain the workshop/workspace in a clean and safe manner Follow company's Employee handbook policies and procedures at all times. Any other ad-hoc duties. Requirements: Experience with mobile or vehicle mounted Power Access Platforms (MWEP) maintenance and inspection routines. Relevant general maintenance qualification and proven experience gained within the plant rental sector. Experience in auto electrics, hydraulics and diagnostics/fault finding. Ability to prioritise tasks and work well under pressure. Good interpersonal skills and an acute understanding good customer service. REF DONAUTO
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Power Access Engineer Job Function: To provide engineering support for the workshop function. Reporting to: Senior Engineer/Operations Manager. Liaising with: Engineers, Parts Dept, LCV Technicians. Responsibilities: Carry out pre-delivery inspections of vehicle mounted Power Access Platforms at the Depot. Ensure compliance with the manufacturer's guidelines, company policy and any regulations affecting the safe operation Communicate effectively with the Senior Engineer or Operations Manager with regards to any defects or unsafe equipment Investigate faults, diagnose, and repair platforms as required to ensure conformance with the company policy. Correctly process all jobs on the works handheld tablet to include the allocation of labour time and any parts used, updating the status of all vehicles as appropriate. Ensure efficient stock control processes are adhered to for all parts/consumables used. Report any potential customer recharges or warranty repairs to the Service Department. Ensure that the company's health and safety policy and procedures are adhered to at all times. Maintain the workshop/workspace in a clean and safe manner Follow company's Employee handbook policies and procedures at all times. Any other ad-hoc duties. Requirements: Experience with mobile or vehicle mounted Power Access Platforms (MWEP) maintenance and inspection routines. Relevant general maintenance qualification and proven experience gained within the plant rental sector. Experience in auto electrics, hydraulics and diagnostics/fault finding. Ability to prioritise tasks and work well under pressure. Good interpersonal skills and an acute understanding good customer service. REF DONAUTO
Company Background Encon Insulation & Nevill Long is the leading independent UK distributor of thermal and acoustic insulation, interior systems, fire protection, construction products, roofing and external façade materials. As the Distributor of Choice, we take pride in providing the highest level of service and support. We have around 600 employees, with specialist teams dedicated to our key market sectors, and we work hard to add value to every project. The Role As an HGV Driver for the Encon Group, you will be responsible for the transport and delivery of goods to customers in a safe and timely manner, providing a high level of professional front line customer service at all times. Driving professionally with competent knowledge of Road Traffic Law is a must, demonstrating consideration towards other road vehicles and vulnerable road users at all times. As an HGV Driver, you must ensure compliance with the DVSA Regulations (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and vehicle security. You will report directly to the Transport or Operations Manager. Key Relationships Internally - Transport or Operations Manager and branch employees. Externally - Customers, the General Public, Other Road Users, The DVSA, Traffic Police. Candidate Requirements Behaviours: Customer focussed A team player Strong 'can do' attitude Flexible Excellent communicator Professional Detail conscious Results driven Proactive Skills: Strongly numerate. Literate Valid HGV Driving Qualification - C, Moffett License, Digital Tachograph Card, Driver CPC Card. Professional driving experience Health and safety aware Key Responsibilities Customer Service and Performance: Verify delivery instructions, plan routes accordingly and meet delivery schedules. Check the vehicles are loaded in an organised and efficient methodology in line with deliveries. Ensure on arrival the delivery is safe to make and respect Customer's premises. To undertake checks at point of delivery to ensure the customer's order is correct, agrees with the delivery paperwork and is in good condition. Check goods off with customer in line with paperwork, noting any errors/returns accordingly. Obtain customer signature or branch signature for internal branch transfers. Report any road/bridge restrictions or any other delivery problems to the Operations Manager. Follow procedures for securing the premises, vehicle, stock and cash. Vehicles secured and keys removed from cabs at all times. Any theft or likelihood of theft to be reported to the Operations Manager immediately. Support to the branch with picking, packing, stock checks, loading & housekeeping duties as required. Courteous, polite and professional to all customers, colleagues, the public and other road users. Accepting of any changes in the delivery schedule to accommodate customer requirements. Checking the customer is satisfied with the delivery/goods and providing feedback to branch if required. Any sales leads/opportunities to be passed back to the Operations Manager on return to the depot. Compliance: Drive the vehicle safely and professionally at all times in accordance with the Law. Drive within the EU Regulations -Tachograph, Drivers' Hours Limits and the Working Time Rules. Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues daily and on-going throughout the day. Report defects immediately to the Operations Manager for rectification. Be aware of the vehicle inspection rota for servicing & MOT in line with the Operator Licence requirements. Supervise the loading of the vehicle to ensure products are safely loaded within the weight limits and secured. Observe Health & Safety regulations in the loading areas and Customer premises. Wear personal protection equipment (PPE) at all times. When using the Harness Restraint System ensure there are additional personnel in the vicinity. Be adaptable and have the foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc). Report all driving convictions/offences, parking tickets, fines to the Operations Manager. Report all near miss incidents, accidents, vehicle damage, road-side stops etc to the Operations Manager. Report accidents as soon as possible following the incident in line with company's accident procedure. Retain all fuel, toll receipts etc complying to the directive from the Operations department. Display the Operator's Licence Disc, FORS Accreditation and Vulnerable Road User stickers on the vehicle. Safely and with the correct Licence, operate a Moffett Mounty fork truck for loading/off-loading (Stage 2). Attend essential training in order to carry out the Driver role. Take ownership of own Driver Medicals as required. Adhere to all company policies and procedures including the Company Dress Code and Standards of Performance. Adhere to the Company Health, Safety and Environmental Policy. Any other duty reasonably requested by management. This list is not exhaustive and may be subject to local variation. Standard Terms, Conditions and Benefits Working Hours 45 Hours Notice Period 1 Month Holiday Entitlement 23 Days Encon Work Save Pension Yes Life Assurance Plan Yes Bonus Scheme Yes INDHP Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Additional pay: Bonus scheme Benefits: Company pension Employee discount Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday No weekends Experience: HGV: 2 years (preferred) Licence/Certification: Moffett Licence (required) Work Location: In person
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Company Background Encon Insulation & Nevill Long is the leading independent UK distributor of thermal and acoustic insulation, interior systems, fire protection, construction products, roofing and external façade materials. As the Distributor of Choice, we take pride in providing the highest level of service and support. We have around 600 employees, with specialist teams dedicated to our key market sectors, and we work hard to add value to every project. The Role As an HGV Driver for the Encon Group, you will be responsible for the transport and delivery of goods to customers in a safe and timely manner, providing a high level of professional front line customer service at all times. Driving professionally with competent knowledge of Road Traffic Law is a must, demonstrating consideration towards other road vehicles and vulnerable road users at all times. As an HGV Driver, you must ensure compliance with the DVSA Regulations (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and vehicle security. You will report directly to the Transport or Operations Manager. Key Relationships Internally - Transport or Operations Manager and branch employees. Externally - Customers, the General Public, Other Road Users, The DVSA, Traffic Police. Candidate Requirements Behaviours: Customer focussed A team player Strong 'can do' attitude Flexible Excellent communicator Professional Detail conscious Results driven Proactive Skills: Strongly numerate. Literate Valid HGV Driving Qualification - C, Moffett License, Digital Tachograph Card, Driver CPC Card. Professional driving experience Health and safety aware Key Responsibilities Customer Service and Performance: Verify delivery instructions, plan routes accordingly and meet delivery schedules. Check the vehicles are loaded in an organised and efficient methodology in line with deliveries. Ensure on arrival the delivery is safe to make and respect Customer's premises. To undertake checks at point of delivery to ensure the customer's order is correct, agrees with the delivery paperwork and is in good condition. Check goods off with customer in line with paperwork, noting any errors/returns accordingly. Obtain customer signature or branch signature for internal branch transfers. Report any road/bridge restrictions or any other delivery problems to the Operations Manager. Follow procedures for securing the premises, vehicle, stock and cash. Vehicles secured and keys removed from cabs at all times. Any theft or likelihood of theft to be reported to the Operations Manager immediately. Support to the branch with picking, packing, stock checks, loading & housekeeping duties as required. Courteous, polite and professional to all customers, colleagues, the public and other road users. Accepting of any changes in the delivery schedule to accommodate customer requirements. Checking the customer is satisfied with the delivery/goods and providing feedback to branch if required. Any sales leads/opportunities to be passed back to the Operations Manager on return to the depot. Compliance: Drive the vehicle safely and professionally at all times in accordance with the Law. Drive within the EU Regulations -Tachograph, Drivers' Hours Limits and the Working Time Rules. Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues daily and on-going throughout the day. Report defects immediately to the Operations Manager for rectification. Be aware of the vehicle inspection rota for servicing & MOT in line with the Operator Licence requirements. Supervise the loading of the vehicle to ensure products are safely loaded within the weight limits and secured. Observe Health & Safety regulations in the loading areas and Customer premises. Wear personal protection equipment (PPE) at all times. When using the Harness Restraint System ensure there are additional personnel in the vicinity. Be adaptable and have the foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc). Report all driving convictions/offences, parking tickets, fines to the Operations Manager. Report all near miss incidents, accidents, vehicle damage, road-side stops etc to the Operations Manager. Report accidents as soon as possible following the incident in line with company's accident procedure. Retain all fuel, toll receipts etc complying to the directive from the Operations department. Display the Operator's Licence Disc, FORS Accreditation and Vulnerable Road User stickers on the vehicle. Safely and with the correct Licence, operate a Moffett Mounty fork truck for loading/off-loading (Stage 2). Attend essential training in order to carry out the Driver role. Take ownership of own Driver Medicals as required. Adhere to all company policies and procedures including the Company Dress Code and Standards of Performance. Adhere to the Company Health, Safety and Environmental Policy. Any other duty reasonably requested by management. This list is not exhaustive and may be subject to local variation. Standard Terms, Conditions and Benefits Working Hours 45 Hours Notice Period 1 Month Holiday Entitlement 23 Days Encon Work Save Pension Yes Life Assurance Plan Yes Bonus Scheme Yes INDHP Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Additional pay: Bonus scheme Benefits: Company pension Employee discount Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday No weekends Experience: HGV: 2 years (preferred) Licence/Certification: Moffett Licence (required) Work Location: In person
Transport Depot Manager - Pallet Network Operations Location: Warwick Salary: £50,000 + benefits We are partnered in a search with a leading Warwickshire based haulage company and proud member of a national pallet network. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Transport Depot Manager to oversee their busy depot, ensuring the smooth, efficient, and compliant running of daily operations. Key Responsibilities: Manage all aspects of daily pallet network operations, including trunking, collections, and deliveries. Lead, motivate, and develop drivers, warehouse staff, and office teams. Ensure compliance with transport legislation, health & safety, and company standards. Maintain strong working relationships with customers, network members, and partners. Monitor KPIs, service performance, and costs to achieve operational and financial targets. Drive continuous improvement across efficiency, service quality, and safety. About You: Proven experience in transport management, ideally within a pallet network environment . Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire a team. In-depth knowledge of compliance, fleet management, and driver regulations. Commercial awareness with a focus on delivering outstanding service. Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills. Processing Your Data Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so. Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Transport Depot Manager - Pallet Network Operations Location: Warwick Salary: £50,000 + benefits We are partnered in a search with a leading Warwickshire based haulage company and proud member of a national pallet network. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Transport Depot Manager to oversee their busy depot, ensuring the smooth, efficient, and compliant running of daily operations. Key Responsibilities: Manage all aspects of daily pallet network operations, including trunking, collections, and deliveries. Lead, motivate, and develop drivers, warehouse staff, and office teams. Ensure compliance with transport legislation, health & safety, and company standards. Maintain strong working relationships with customers, network members, and partners. Monitor KPIs, service performance, and costs to achieve operational and financial targets. Drive continuous improvement across efficiency, service quality, and safety. About You: Proven experience in transport management, ideally within a pallet network environment . Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire a team. In-depth knowledge of compliance, fleet management, and driver regulations. Commercial awareness with a focus on delivering outstanding service. Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills. Processing Your Data Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so. Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.
Job Title: Transport ManagerReports to: Operations Manager Depot: Stoke Overview The Transport Manager will be responsible for coordinating the transportation and delivery of goods. You will be involved in the day-to-day management of the transport team along with the general fleet and vehicle management. You will be responsible for the line management of the transportation staff within the distribution team and ensuring that all delivery requirements for the depot are successfully met.Main DutiesFleet & Compliance• Manage the company's O-Licence fleet, ensuring full compliance with all legislation.• Oversee vehicle compliance, health & safety, and adherence to company policies.• Ensure vehicles are properly maintained, arranging servicing, repairs, and routine inspections.• Monitor tachograph records and maintain accurate documentation on vehicle service and repairs.• Conduct compliance audits, including monthly self-audits and preparation for six-monthly head office audits, maintaining a green compliance score.• Investigate and report vehicle or driver incidents in line with company and legal requirements.Drivers & Operations• Ensure drivers comply with drivers' hours and working time regulations.• Oversee driver training and competence to operate vehicles and equipment safely.• Enforce health & safety policies and promote best practice across the team.• Oversee route planning and scheduling to ensure efficient, on-time deliveries that meet customer expectations.People Management• Lead the recruitment, induction, training, and development of staff.• Manage staffing levels to cover absences and peak workloads.• Delegate tasks effectively, monitoring staff workload, output, and performance.• Oversee staff development, training, and disciplinary processes.• Administer holiday requests and monitor absence records.Finance & Continuous Improvement• Control costs by managing overtime, fuel expenditure, and vehicle maintenance invoices.• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance safety standards.Knowledge and Experience• Proven experience in managing transport, logistics, or distribution operations within a compliance-driven environment.• Strong people management skills, with experience in leading, developing, and motivating teams.• Excellent organisational and planning abilities, with a track record of delivering results in a fast-paced environment.• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.• Strong IT skills, with experience using fleet management systems, transport planning software, and MS Office.• Sound knowledge of health & safety, drivers' hours, and working time regulations.• Experience in cost control, including managing fuel, maintenance, and overtime budgets.• Transport Managers CPC qualification (desirable)As the UK's largest independent drinks wholesaler, for over 40 years LWC has provided its customers with the best in product, service and knowledge. From beers to wines, soft drinks to spirits, LWC partners with the best to deliver the best.Delivering to over 15,000 customers from our 18 depots, seven days a week, our aim has always been to provide the best service in the industry, and that is something we are all proud of. With a portfolio of our own award-winning brands and wines, LWC placed 2nd in Harpers Wine & Spirit magazine's 2024 'Top 50 Drinks Wholesalers List' and was awarded 'Value Merchant of the Year' at the 2024 Sommelier Wine Awards.Additional Information:Variable day shifts, Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday working.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Transport ManagerReports to: Operations Manager Depot: Stoke Overview The Transport Manager will be responsible for coordinating the transportation and delivery of goods. You will be involved in the day-to-day management of the transport team along with the general fleet and vehicle management. You will be responsible for the line management of the transportation staff within the distribution team and ensuring that all delivery requirements for the depot are successfully met.Main DutiesFleet & Compliance• Manage the company's O-Licence fleet, ensuring full compliance with all legislation.• Oversee vehicle compliance, health & safety, and adherence to company policies.• Ensure vehicles are properly maintained, arranging servicing, repairs, and routine inspections.• Monitor tachograph records and maintain accurate documentation on vehicle service and repairs.• Conduct compliance audits, including monthly self-audits and preparation for six-monthly head office audits, maintaining a green compliance score.• Investigate and report vehicle or driver incidents in line with company and legal requirements.Drivers & Operations• Ensure drivers comply with drivers' hours and working time regulations.• Oversee driver training and competence to operate vehicles and equipment safely.• Enforce health & safety policies and promote best practice across the team.• Oversee route planning and scheduling to ensure efficient, on-time deliveries that meet customer expectations.People Management• Lead the recruitment, induction, training, and development of staff.• Manage staffing levels to cover absences and peak workloads.• Delegate tasks effectively, monitoring staff workload, output, and performance.• Oversee staff development, training, and disciplinary processes.• Administer holiday requests and monitor absence records.Finance & Continuous Improvement• Control costs by managing overtime, fuel expenditure, and vehicle maintenance invoices.• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance safety standards.Knowledge and Experience• Proven experience in managing transport, logistics, or distribution operations within a compliance-driven environment.• Strong people management skills, with experience in leading, developing, and motivating teams.• Excellent organisational and planning abilities, with a track record of delivering results in a fast-paced environment.• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.• Strong IT skills, with experience using fleet management systems, transport planning software, and MS Office.• Sound knowledge of health & safety, drivers' hours, and working time regulations.• Experience in cost control, including managing fuel, maintenance, and overtime budgets.• Transport Managers CPC qualification (desirable)As the UK's largest independent drinks wholesaler, for over 40 years LWC has provided its customers with the best in product, service and knowledge. From beers to wines, soft drinks to spirits, LWC partners with the best to deliver the best.Delivering to over 15,000 customers from our 18 depots, seven days a week, our aim has always been to provide the best service in the industry, and that is something we are all proud of. With a portfolio of our own award-winning brands and wines, LWC placed 2nd in Harpers Wine & Spirit magazine's 2024 'Top 50 Drinks Wholesalers List' and was awarded 'Value Merchant of the Year' at the 2024 Sommelier Wine Awards.Additional Information:Variable day shifts, Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday working.
