Transport Operations Manager
Walkers Transport
Fradley, Lichfield
£40,000 a year - Full-time, Permanent
Qualifications
- TMCPC Licence (Required)
Department: Transport Hours: 42.5
Reporting to: Depot Manager
We have a fantastic opportunity at our newly refurbished office in Lichfield for a high performing, motivated, hands-on Transport Operations Manager.
As the Transport Operations Manager you will be responsible and accountable for: -
· A 5-person strong traffic team.
· 34 Drivers to service our 24-hour operation, 0600 Monday to 1200 Saturday.
· A fleet of 28 Vehicles.
· Our OTIF (On Time In Full) metric, ensuring it is achieved both for our Palletways and National fleet.
· Correct resourcing levels to deliver OTIF, fulfil collections and trunk to hubs efficiently during the night operation.
· Managing all costs to ensure consistent strong P&L results.
To be successful in this role you’ll have been a transport manager for at least a year, with a proven track record, experienced in planning, very strong people management and development skills and be able to build strong relationships with other departments. A holder of the CPC qualification is essential along with hands on experience in a fast-moving pallet environment.
We are seeking someone able to make decisions under pressure, and to a tight timescale. Along with a flexible and adaptable approach to working to meet the requirements of the business, particularly at peak periods during the year.
Do you want to join us as a Transport Operations Manager working within a fast-paced environment, with no day the same, then speak to us!
Benefits
Company pension
On-site parking
Bupa cash plan scheme
Referral Programme
Life Insurance
Pension Scheme
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Company funded events
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £40,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lichfield: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- TM CPC (required)
Work Location: One location
