Assistant Transport Manager​/Transport Supervisor

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client in the Rossendale area for an Assistant Transport Manager/ Transport Supervisor

This role will involve working with a small team of drivers and assisting the Transport Manager.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

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• Plan and coordinate daily vehicle schedules and routes.
• Ensure vehicles are allocated efficiently to meet customer and business requirements.
• Monitor fleet utilisation and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Respond to operational issues such as breakdowns, delays, or driver shortages.

• Supervise drivers and transport staff.
• Conduct driver briefings and debriefings.
• Monitor driver performance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Support recruitment, induction, and training of drivers.
• Assist with disciplinary and performance management processes when required.
• Will be required to drive class 2 wagon as and when required

• Ensure compliance with:
  • Driver hours regulations
  • Working Time Directive rules
  • Tachograph legislation
  • Operator Licence requirements
  • Health and Safety legislation
  • Monitor driver infringements and implement corrective actions.
  • Maintain accurate transport records and documentation.

• Schedule vehicle servicing, MOTs, inspections, and repairs.
• Ensure daily vehicle defect checks are completed.
• Liaise with workshops, maintenance providers, and fleet suppliers.
• Minimise vehicle downtime through effective planning.

• Promote a strong safety culture.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses.
• Ensure risk assessments and safe working practices are followed.
• Implement corrective and preventative actions where necessary.

• Manage customer expectations regarding deliveries and collections.
• Resolve transport-related customer complaints.
• Communicate service updates and delays professionally.

• Produce transport reports and KPIs.
• Monitor fuel usage, vehicle costs, and operational performance.
• Maintain records relating to drivers, vehicles, and compliance.
• Use transport management systems (TMS) and fleet management software.

• Assist in managing transport budgets.
• Monitor overtime, agency spend, fuel costs, and vehicle expenses.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without affecting service standards.

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate may be required to cover absences/holiday cover so must hold a class 2 licence.

Salary & Benefits

• Permanent Placement
• £34,000 salary
• Pension
• Free Parking

Hours

• 7:30am till 5pm Monday to Thursday
• 7:30am till 4:30pm Friday
• 4 hours AM every other Saturday