Assistant Transport Manager

Job Summary

We are working with a leading logistics organisation looking for a Assistant Transport Manager to join the team based in Essex.

You will be reporting to the Transport Manager and have a direct responsibility for day-to-day management and supervision of the company drivers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work alongside the Transport Manager to ensure targets are being achieved
• Ensure all legal compliance is in conjunction with the Fleet team
• Supervision of drivers
• Oversee and manage the driver recruitment process
• Ensure all HR files are maintained and up to date
• Liaison with the Planning team leader to fulfil customer demand
• Be one of the main point of contact for driver issues
• Responsible for vehicle and license checks
• Management and identification of training needs
• Liaison with training providers
• Implement safety and quality standards
• Be involved in disciplinary management, safety forums and driver holiday management
• Be responsible for driver performance
• Oversee Tachograph management
• Assist in conducting investigation and disciplinary procedures

• Background within a Freight/Logistics environment
• Strong communication skills
• Transport Manager CPC desirable
• Confident managing a large team of drivers
• Experience in driver legislation such as Tachograph
• Experience working within a unionized environment is advantageous

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