Connect Appointments are recruiting an experienced and driven Transport Manager to join our client’s growing team in the Edinburgh area.
What’s on offer? A full-time permanent position with a competitive salary (weekly or monthly pay), and opportunities for career progression within a growing national group.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 6:30am – 4:30pm
Other benefits? Company pension scheme; tailored training and development plan; supportive and down-to-earth team environment; regular company events and team-building days.
As Transport Manager, you’ll play a vital role leading a busy transport department – managing a fleet of up to 50 vehicles, 35 drivers, and a team of 6 transport office staff. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing daily transport operations to ensure efficiency, safety, and compliance
- Supporting, coaching, and developing drivers and office staff
- Monitoring fleet compliance with DVSA, Transport Commissioner, FORS, ISO and company policies
- Managing department budgets and controlling operational costs
- Leading investigations and disciplinary actions when required
- Analysing tachograph, telematics, and compliance data to improve performance
- Coordinating with other departments for smooth operations
- Managing induction and ongoing driver training programmes
- Representing the company during audits and inspections
To be successful, you’ll have:
- A valid Transport Manager CPC qualification (essential)
- Previous experience managing fleet and driver operations
- Strong knowledge of transport legislation and DVSA standards
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- IT literacy and experience with transport systems and telematics
- A full UK driving licence
Desirable:
- Experience in the waste and recycling industry
- Knowledge of environmental compliance and waste regulations
- Familiarity with skip/RORO or refuse collection operations
- Good knowledge of the Central Belt, including Edinburgh, Glasgow and surrounding areas
Interested? Apply now and become part of a forward-thinking company.
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