Job Description:

Elvet Recruitment have been appointed to recruit a Transport Manager for the regional division of a £75m waste company in  Sheffield.

Independently-owned and with a strong family business ethos. Offering a range of employee benefits and have a strong tradition of helping to develop the careers of those who help us shine. Their guiding principle is “It’s all about the people” and many of their almost 500 workers have been with them for decades.

This is an exciting time to join this team who currently expanding due to a strong standing within the industry and excellent reputation for the quality of work delivered to their clients.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Plan efficient and cost-effective vehicle scheduling and routing of collections to maximise vehicle utilisation and operational efficiency.
• Plan and manage daily, weekly and monthly transport activities across allocated areas, ensuring resources are deployed effectively.
• Hold the position of CPC Holder on the Regional Operator's Licence, supported by the Depot Manager and Fleet Engineer, ensuring full compliance with transport legislation.
• Manage driver and operative resources, maintaining appropriate staffing levels to deliver service requirements and minimise disruption.
• Communicate expectations, responsibilities and operational requirements clearly to drivers and operatives.
• Monitor driver attendance, holidays, working hours, wages and overtime to ensure compliance, efficiency and service continuity.
• Verify drivers' hours against tracking systems and maintain accurate records within relevant management systems.
• Ensure all drivers complete the required daily documentation, including driving hours, duties and vehicle records.
• Work collaboratively with Regional Administration to ensure transport administration is completed accurately and efficiently.
• Create, manage and maintain all transport-related documentation, including work tickets, consignment notes and collection records across relevant systems.
• Ensure full compliance with tachograph regulations, operator licence requirements, vehicle inspections and all transport legislation.
• Coordinate vehicle servicing, MOTs, tank testing, tachograph calibrations and other statutory inspections to maximise fleet availability.
• Monitor vehicle performance, utilisation, VOR reporting and fleet efficiency, working with management to optimise vehicle deployment.
• Work closely with the Fleet Manager, Depot Manager and other depots to ensure transport operations are delivered in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Calculate collection costs, prepare quotations and monitor fuel usage and operating costs to support commercial performance.
• Provide a high standard of customer service to both internal and external customers, responding flexibly to changing operational requirements.
• Support emergency response requirements, including participation in call-out rotas and the rescheduling of work at short notice when required.
• Ensure all driver training, CPC requirements, certifications and competency records remain current, maintaining an accurate skills matrix and supporting ongoing development.
• Maintain comprehensive vehicle history and compliance records, including MOT certificates, inspection reports, servicing documentation, defect reports, registration documents and all other statutory records.

What We’re Looking For:

 

• Follow and implement all company Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures.
• Attend customer sites periodically to assess driver compliance with Risk Assessments, Method Statements (RAMS) and other safety management systems.
• Deliver Toolbox Talks and facilitate regular driver meetings to promote safety, compliance and operational awareness.
• Ensure monthly Health & Safety reports are completed accurately and submitted within required timescales.
• Investigate all incidents, accidents and near misses, ensuring appropriate corrective actions are identified and implemented.
• Understand and fulfil personal responsibilities under the company's Health, Safety and Environmental policies.
• Ensure compliance with ADR regulations and all applicable Dangerous Goods legislation.
• Hold a valid CPC qualification or demonstrate a willingness to obtain the qualification.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.

Role Information:

• Up to £38,000 DOE  
• 33 days holiday inclusive of public bank holidays.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

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Please call Heather Sweetman at Elvet Recruitment to discuss in more detail.