Transport Manager

ESG Group are seeking an experienced Transport Manager to oversee our busy and diverse Transport and Logistics Department. The ideal candidate will be well versed in planning, compliance, procurement and budgeting along with exceptional leadership skills.

The Transport Manager will be responsible for:

• Overseeing the full operation of the transport department.


• Managing Operator's License to required legislative standards.


• Ensuring full legislative compliance and adherence to internal policy & procedures.


• Management of approximately 15 plus personnel within the transport operations team and drivers.


• Fleet management of approximately 35 plus assets, inclusive of HGV, Van, Company Cars & Forklift/ Moffett.


• Fully responsible for both compliance & best practice.


• Periodic & routine maintenance on all assets, plus management of internal & external / breakdowns.


• Transport planning and arranging ad hoc external transport support where required.


• Health and Safety for the department and H&S training such as toolbox talks.


• Excellent knowledge of transport legislation, WTD/drivers' hours/ Digital Tachograph.


• Proven experience in procurement & budgeting for department.


• Developing, mentoring & motivating the transport team.


• HR practices for the transport team, such as performing 121's, appraisals, disciplinaries & familiarisation training.


• Overseeing and auditing transport operations compliance, escalating and recommending solutions for any issues - vehicle tax, insurance, traffic violations, camera incidents, ULEZ, Dart tag, MOT.


• Supporting the team in organising the best cost solutions for contracted transport solutions.


• Proactively managing operational planning activities to ensure contractual obligations for customers are achieved, proposing improvements as necessary


• Liaising with internal stakeholders when in driver downtime to ensure resource is fully occupied.


• Managing the financial efficiency of the transport operation, meeting/exceeding budget targets.
  
  Transport CPC managers qualification. (National/ International Freight CPC).


• A minimum of 3 years previous transport management experience.


• Proven experience in route planning and planning tools (e.g. Mandata)


• Proven experience of transport compliance, auditing and administration.


• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced department, making key decisions.


• Ability to work within a diverse & challenging environment.


• Have a proactive approach to increasing business & working relationships.


• Demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills.


• Experience within the manufacturing industry - Desirable but not essential.


• Previous HGV experience/licence - Desirable but not essential.


• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel


• Excellent level of accuracy, numeracy & literacy


• Proven leadership experience, How many years management experience do you have?


• Do you hold the Transport Manager CPC qualification?


• Are you eligible to work in the UK?
  
  ESG Group Ltd is the UK's leading independent glass processor, providing superior quality tailor made glass, exceptional service and product innovation. Our architectural glass can be found in most of UK's busiest airports and train stations, as well as in Europe's tallest and most striking buildings.


Having combined 3 factories so we are all under one roof and pride ourselves on having the latest technology as well as innovation and exceptional customer service, which keeps us one step ahead of our competitors.

At ESG, we adhere to the principle of fulfilling our clients' needs and always operating with the goal of making our customers' experience as straightforward and uncomplicated as possible.


• Competitive salary - DOE


• Pension contribution of 3%


• 22 days, (up to 25 days), holiday plus bank holidays


• Life assurance scheme


• Regular team building activities and events


• SMART Health scheme


Healthier is happier, which is why ESG offers SMART Health to all eligible employees. This service includes 24/7, 365 access to private GPs, Counselling and Mental Health Support, Nutrition and Fitness advice, Health Checks, Legal and Financial Advice, and Bereavement support. This not only covers you but your spouse and any children up to age 21.

Equal opportunities in Employment

As an applicant, you can be assured that ESG will take positive steps to ensure:

· Job descriptions relate to the particular job, define the qualifications, experience and other skills required in the role, and only include the necessary objective criteria for the satisfactory performance of the job.

· All applicants are treated equally and fairly throughout the recruitment and selection process and are given an outcome, no matter what it is.

· All decisions are made in line with ESG's equal opportunities and recruitment and selection decisions, are made on merit - in line with the job and skills requirements set for the vacancy.

· All interviewees will be given feedback within a week of the role being appointed.

And when you become employed, we aim to ensure:

· A fair, transparent and equal chance in learning and development and terms and conditions of service.

· A working environment that is free from discrimination, bullying, harassment and victimisation and where all complaints are promptly investigated and dealt with.

· A working environment where a person's identity and culture is valued and respected.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £35,000.00-£42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension


• Free parking


• On-site parking


Schedule:

• Day shift


• Monday to Friday